Spring Grove Elevator 2 Revised

DIVISION 14
SECTION 14200
ELEVATOR MODERNIZATION
ONE HYDRAULIC ELEVATOR
FOR
SGHC – SMITH BUILDING
55 WADE AVENUE
CATONSVILLE. MD 21228
DATE: January 12, 2023
NO. 011223/TM
DIVISION 14
MODERNIZATION SPECIFICATIONS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 DEFINITIONS OF TERMS
A. The term “OWNER/AGENT”, “OWNER’S AGENT”, “OWNER’S DESIGNEE” or

references of similar import, as used herein, refers to Project No: SG-692-230-003,
Elevator Upgrades at SGHC – Smith Building Elevator #2
B. The term “MANAGER” AND “OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE”, as used herein, refers.

to Project No: SG-692-230-003, Elevator Upgrades at SGHC – Smith Building Elevator
#2
C. The term “CONSULTANT”, as used herein, refers to Arundel Elevator Consultants LLC,
703 Gidding Avenue. Suite U2-A, Annapolis, MD 21401
D. The term “CONTRACT” OR “CONTRACT DOCUMENTS”, as used herein, consists of

the Agreement, Bidding Information, Conditions of Contract Specifications and includes
any Alternates or Addenda issued during the bidding period.
E. The term “CONTRACTOR” OR “ELEVATOR CONTRACTOR”, as used herein, refers

to any persons, partners, firm or corporation having a contract with the Owner to furnish
labor and materials for the execution of the work herein described.
F. The term “SUBCONTRACTOR”, as used herein, refers to any persons, partners, firm or
corporation having materials and/or labor for the execution of the work herein described.
G. Words in the singular shall mean the plural whenever applicable or as the context so
indicates.
H. The specifications are written in the singular with the understanding identical work,
materials and equipment shall be provided for all elevators identified unless otherwise
specified.
I. All terms in these specifications have the definition given in the latest edition of the
American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and
Escalators.
1.02 INTENT
A. The following specifications provide for a complete turnkey modernization of the one (1)
hydraulic passenger elevators. The Contractor shall act as a prime contractor and is
expected to perform work in a turnkey fashion, that is, all work necessary to return
elevators to automatic operation, with local code authority approval.
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B. All of the elevator equipment shall be designed, constructed, installed and adjusted to
secure the best commercial available results with respect to smooth, quiet, convenient and
efficient operation, durability, economy of maintenance and operation, and the highest
standard of safety.
C. It is not the intent of these specifications to detail the construction and design all of the
parts of the equipment, but it is expected that the type, materials, design, workmanship and
construction of each and every part shall be fully adequate for the service required, durable,
properly coordinated with all other parts, in accordance with the best commercial standards
applicable and of the highest commercial efficiency possible.
D. All electric and magnetic circuits and related parts shall be of ample and proper size, design
and material to avoid injurious heating and arcing, and all other objectionable effects which
may reduce the efficiency of operation, economy of maintenance and/or net-useful life of
the apparatus.
E. Minimum requirements for design, materials, etc., are given herein for certain parts of the
equipment. Equivalent requirements approved by the Consultant shall apply to such parts
as are of special design, construction or material and to which the specified requirements
are not directly applicable. These minimum requirements as a whole shall also be
considered as establishing proportionate general minimum standards for all parts or the
equipment.
F. The Consultant may permit variations from the requirement of these specifications to
permit use of the Contractor’s standard equipment, provided, in the Consultant’s opinion,
such standard equipment is in every way adequate for the intended use and meets the full
intent of these specifications. All such variations proposed by the manufacturer shall be
called to the attention of the Consultant and shall only be made if approved in writing prior
to the award of the contract.
G. General requirements for design, materials and construction are intended primarily to apply
to the heavy-duty and important parts of the equipment specifically mentioned and to other
parts of similar duty and importance. Less important and light-duty parts may be of the
standard design, materials and construction provided that, in the opinion of the Consultant,
such standards are in accordance with the best commercial elevator practice and are fully
adequate for the purpose of use. All such variations shall be made only on the Consultant’s
written approval.
H. All new equipment and component parts installed, supplied or provided under this
contractual procedure shall be manufactured and distributed by a third party, non-installer
company servicing the vertical transportation industry.
1. Apparatus shall conform to the design and construction standards referenced

herein, and shall be rated the best commercial grade suitable for this application.
2. Equipment and component systems shall not employ any experimental devices or
proprietary designs that could hamper and/or otherwise prohibit subsequent
maintenance repairs or adjustments by all qualified contractors.

3. Manufacturers of the new apparatus shall provide technical support and parts
replacements for their equipment and component systems for a minimum of twenty
(20) years, and issue such guarantee of support to the purchaser with written
certification naming the final Owner of their product(s) to ensure the apparatus or
systems remain maintainable regardless of who may be selected for future service.
I. All equipment provided shall be factory and field tested with a history of design reliability
and net-useful life established.
1. Contractor must be able to demonstrate the apparatus to be installed has been used
successfully in a substantially similar manner under comparable conditions.
2. If the apparatus proposed differs substantially in construction, material

composition, design, size, capacity, duty or other such rating from the equipment
previously used for the same purpose by the manufacturer, the Consultant may
reject the apparatus or require the vendor test and demonstrate the adequacy and
suitability for this particular situation. Any necessary tests shall be performed at
the sole expense of the Contractor with no prior guarantee of acceptance after the
testing procedure.
J. The Contractor shall not use as part of the permanent equipment any experimental devices,
proprietary design, components, construction of materials which have not been fully tried
out in at least substantially similar or under comparable service, except as may be
especially approved by the Consultant. If any important equipment or devices to be used
on this installation differ substantially in construction, materials, design, size, capacity or
duty from corresponding items previously used for the same purpose by the manufacturer,
they shall pass such tests as the Consultant may require to fully show their adequacy and
suitability. These tests shall be in addition to tests herein specified and shall be made at
the expense of the Contractor.
K. Certain design limitations, tests, etc., are herein specified as a partial check of the adequacy
of design, construction and materials used. These requirements do not cover all features
necessary to ensure satisfactory and approved operation, etc., of the equipment.
L. It is understood, the entire system shall be designed, fabricated, modified and/or upgraded
in full compliance with applicable local laws and code standards. The absence of a
particular item or requirement shall not relieve the Contractor of the full and sole
responsibility for such equipment, features and/or procedures.
M. With the exception of only those items specifically identified as being performed by others,
the Specifications are intended to include all engineering, material, labor, testing, and
inspections needed to achieve work specified by the Contract Documents. Inasmuch as it
is understood that any incidental work necessary to complete the project is also covered by
the Specifications, bidders are cautioned to familiarize themselves with the existing job site
conditions. Additional charges for material or labor shall not be permitted subsequent to
execution of the Contract.
N. Bidders must report discrepancies or ambiguities occurring in the Specifications to the

Consultant for resolution prior to the bidding deadline, otherwise the Specifications shall
be deemed acceptable in their existing form.

O. The work shall be performed in an occupied building and therefore subject to mandated
quite time requirement during the modernization process. The Elevator Contractor shall
conform to this requirement without additional or extra charge being applicable at any time.
1.03 ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS
A. Abbreviations and Associations, Institutions, and Societies which may appear in the Project
Manual or elsewhere in the Contract Documents, shall mean the following:
AA Aluminum Association
AABC Associated Air Balance Council
AAMA Architectural Aluminum Manufacturers Association
ACRMA Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Machinery Association
AIA American Institute of Architects
AISC American Institute of Steel Construction
AMCA Air Movement and Control Association
ANSI American National Standards Institute
APA American Plywood Association
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
AWI Architectural Woodwork Institute
AWS American Welding Society
BOCA Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc. - Basic
National Building Code
CGMP Current Good Manufacturing Practice
CS Commercial Standard (U.S. Department of Commerce)
FM Factory Mutual System
FS Federal Specification
IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
IES Illuminating Engineering Society
MFMA Maple Flooring Manufacturer’s Association
MSS Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fitting Industry
NAAMM The National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturing
NBS National Bureau of Standards (Department of Commerce)
NEC National Electrical Code
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NFPA National Fire Protection Agency
NPLC National Plumbing and Local Codes
NSF National Sanitation Foundation
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Act
1.04 MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP
A. All materials are to be new and of the best quality of the kind specified. Installation of
such materials shall be accomplished in a neat workmanlike manner. In case the Contractor
should receive written notification from the Owner stating the presence of inferior,
improper, or unsound materials or workmanship, the Contractor shall, within twenty-four
(24) hours proceed to remove such work or materials and make good all other work or
materials damaged thereby. If the Owner permits said work or materials to remain, the
Owner shall be allowed the difference in value or shall, at its election, have the right to

have said work or materials repaired or replaced as well as the damage caused thereby, at
the expense of the Contractor, at any time with in one (1) year after the completion of the
work; and neither payments made to the Contractor, nor any other acts of the Owner shall
be construed as evidence of acceptance and waiver.
1.05 CHANGES IN SCOPE OF WORK
A. The Owner reserves the right to revise the scope of work encompassed by the
Specifications any time prior to final acceptance of the completed project. Each such
addition or deletion to the Contract shall require the Owner and the Contractor to negotiate
a mutually acceptable adjustment in the contract price, and, for the Contractor to issue a
change order describing the nature of the change and the amount of price adjustment. Each
change order shall be executed by the Contractor, Owner, and the Consultant.
1.06 CHANGES AND EXTRA WORK
A. The Owner may at any time make changes in the specifications, plans and drawings, omit
work, and require additional work to be performed by the Contractor. For such additional
work to be performed hereunder, Owner shall pay Contractor on the basis of a mutually
agreed to lump sum or cost thereof, and a mutually fixed or percentage fee. The Contractor
shall make no additions, changes, alterations or omissions or perform extra work except on
prior written authorization of the Owner.
1.07 CONSULTANT’S STATUS
A. The Consultant shall act as a representative of the Owner on matters pertaining to technical
work covered in the Specifications. The Consultant shall interpret the Contract Documents
for technical requirements, approve shop drawings, conduct periodical examinations of the
work in progress, and perform final evaluations of all completed work specified by the
Contract Documents prior to acceptance by the Owner.
1.08 CODES AND ORDINANCES
A. All work specified by the Contract Documents shall be performed in full compliance with
applicable Federal, State, and municipal codes and ordinances that are in effect at the time
of Contract’s execution. Regulations of the governing building inspection department shall
be fulfilled by the Contractor and Subcontractors. The entire elevator plant, when
completed, shall conform with all applicable regulations set forth in the latest editions of:
1. Local and/or State laws applicable for logistical area of project work.
2. Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, ASME A17.1 2019 and all supplements.
3. Institute Inspectors’ Manual for Elevators and Escalators, ASME A17.2b.
4. Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators, ASME A17.3.
5. Guide for emergency evacuation of passengers from elevators, ASME A17.4.
6. National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70).

7. American With Disabilities Act - Accessibility Guidelines for Building and
Facilities.
8. ASME A17.5/CSA-B44.1 - Elevator and escalator electrical equipment.
9. NEII-1-2000 – Building Transportation Standards and Guidelines.
B. The Elevator Contractor shall advise the Owner’s Representative of pending code changes
that could be applicable to this project or property and provide quotations for compliance
with related costs.
1.09 PERMITS
A. Prior to commencing any work specified by the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall,
at its own expense, obtain whatever permits or variances may be required by the City and
municipal governing authorities. The Contractor shall further provide satisfactory
evidence of having obtained said permits and variances to both the Owner’s Representative
and Consultant.
1.10 SUBMITTALS
A. Prior to the beginning of the work, the Contractor shall submit and have approved copies
of layout drawings, shop drawings and standard cuts. These items shall include a plan view
of the hoistway and machine room, elevation of the pit, and all accessories. The Consultant
and the Owner’s Representative shall pass on the submittals with reasonable promptness
and the Contractor shall be responsible to ensure that there will be no delay in their work
or that of any other trade involved.
1. Particular attention shall be given to staying on schedule during the modernization

process. The completion of the project in a timely manner is very important. A
schedule shall be developed, agreed upon and utilized during the modernization
project.
2. Approved filing and submittal requirements must be completed before new

equipment and related materials are ordered.
3. Copies of Department of Buildings’ permits and/or governing authority’s

documents will be posted at the job site with extra copies issued to the Owner’s
Agent, Owner’s Representative and Consultant.
B. Samples of wood, metal, plastic, paint or other architectural finish material applicable to
this project shall be submitted for approval by the Owner’s designee.
C. It shall be distinctly understood that approval of the drawings and cuts by Owner’s
designee, architect and/or Consultant shall be for general arrangement only and does not
include measurements which are the Contractor’s responsibility or approval of variations
from the contract documents required for the governing authorities.
1. The Contractor shall prepare a record log and maintain all submittals, shop
drawings, catalog cuts and samples.

1.11 MEASUREMENTS AND DRAWINGS
A. Any drawings or measurements included with the bidding material shall be for the
convenience of the bidders only. Complete responsibility for detailed dimensions lies with
the Contractor. In the execution of the work on the job, the Contractor shall verify all
dimensions with the actual conditions. Where the work of the Elevator Contractor is to
join another trade, the shop drawings shall show the actual dimensions and the method of
joining the work of the two trades.
1.12 PROGRESS OF WORK
A. Upon signing of the contract, the Contractor shall submit, within two weeks, a complete
starting and completion schedule, including equipment delivery dates based on the
information submitted on the bid form and confirmed delivery dates for selected materials,
components, fixtures and cab enclosures as applicable to the project.
B. The Contractor shall submit in writing the following information to the Owner throughout
the construction or modernization period:
1. A completion schedule, including equipment delivery times and anticipated

completion dates for each project work phase.
2. A schedule of values to be used for itemized progress payments (material and labor
itemized breakdown).
3. A progress report with submission of each payment request, or upon request of the
Consultant, showing the progress being made and the percentage of the job
completed and shall certify to the Owner that labor and materials listed on the
request for payment have been performed or installed.
4. Once the project is started, work shall continue until its completion. Should
unforeseeable circumstances develop the elevator contractor shall immediately
inform the consultant.
1.13 PAYMENT WITHHELD
A. The Consultant, Owner and/or Owner’s Designee may withhold approval for payment on
any request to such extent as may be necessary to protect the Owner from loss on account
of:
1. Negligence on the part of the Contractor to prosecute the work properly or failure
to perform any provisions of the contract. The Owner, after three (3) days written
notice to the Contractor, may, without prejudice to any other remedy, make good
such deficiencies and may deduct the cost therefrom from the overall contract sum
provided. However, the Consultant shall approve such action and the amount paid
by the Owner and charged against the Contractor.
2. Claims filed or reasonable evidence indicating probable filing of claims.

3. Failure of Contractor to make payments properly to subcontractors for material
and labor.
4. A reasonable doubt that the contract can be completed for the balance then unpaid.
5. Damage to the building or another Contractor.
B. When the above grounds are removed to the Owner’s satisfaction, payment shall be made
for amount withheld because of them.
1.14 LIENS AND AFFIDAVITS
A. Neither the final payment nor any part of the retained percentage shall become due until
the Contractor has delivered to the Owner lien waivers for all labor and materials for which
a lien could be filed arising out of this contract or any subcontracts. In addition, the
Contractor shall furnish an affidavit to the Owner that the Contractor has delivered all lien
waivers for labor and materials for which a lien could be filed. If any lien remains
unsatisfied after all payments are made, the Contractor shall refund to the Owner all monies
that the latter may be compelled to pay in discharging such a lien, including all costs and
reasonable attorneys’ fees.
1. Monthly partial releases shall be required with payment requests.
1.15 GUARANTEE
A. The Contractor agrees to certify that work performed in accordance with the Contract
Documents shall remain free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
Two (2) years after final acceptance of the completed project, or acceptance thereof by
beneficial use on a unit by unit basis, whichever occurs first. The sole duty of the
Contractor under this warranty is to correct any non-conformance or defect and all damages
caused by such defect without any additional cost to the Owner and within fifteen (15) days
of notification. The express warranty contained herein is in lieu of all other warranties,
express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose. In the event the Contractor fails to fulfill its obligations defined herein, the Owner
shall have the express right to perform the Contractor’s obligations and to charge the
Contractor the cost of such performance or deduct an equal amount from any monies due
the Contractor.
1.16 PERFORMANCE BOND, LABOR AND MATERIAL PAYMENT BOND
A. At Owner’s option, the Contractor may be asked for a bond covering the faithful
performance of the contract and the payment of all obligations arising thereunder. Such
Bonds, in the absence of notice hereafter provided, shall be obtained by the Contractor and
the premium for such Bonds will be paid by the Owner. The Contractor agrees to furnish
to the Owner’s authorized insurance representative, complete and detailed financial
information required for the issuance of such Bonds, also, a completed and signed
Application for Bond, without deletions, on Surety’s form, chosen by the Owner. The
Contractor also agrees to comply with any other reasonable requests of the surety so that
Bonds may be issued. All information submitted by the Contractor shall be considered

privileged information and therefore kept as confidential as possible. This information will
be used only in connection with securing said bonds for this project.
B. Upon notice to the Contractor, prior to the signing of the contract, or within sixty (60) days
thereafter, the Owner shall have the right to require the Contractor to obtain the
aforementioned Bonds, at prevailing rates, with surety acceptable to the Owner. The
Contractor shall have fifteen (15) days from date of notice to obtain and furnish such
Bonds.
1.17 PENALTY/BONUS CLAUSE
A. It is mutually agreed a penalty of $350.00 per day will be incurred by the Elevator
Contractor if all work included in this contract is not completed and elevator is not placed
in operation by the agreed -upon scheduled dates.
B. The date of completion established herein is based upon sixty-five (65) weeks after receipt
of order (i.e., Letter of Intent). A period of two (2) weeks has been allowed for fixture
selections and drawing approvals. If the selection time is delayed by purchaser the amount
of time lost will be added to the established completion date.
C. This agreement is subject to contract provisions as set forth in the Bidding Specifications
and Contract Document.
1.18 ASBESTOS
A. Asbestos specifications for alteration and demolition work at locations with possible
contamination exposure.
B. The following measure must be implemented to reduce the asbestos exposure hazard:
1. All personnel working in the work area must be provided with respirators approved
for asbestos-laden atmospheres. These workers are required to wear the respirators
while in the area. Mine Safety Appliance respirators or others approved by
N.I.O.S.H. or satisfying EPA standards may be used. The workers should also be
provided with disposable protective clothing.
2. The ductwork for the building heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
must be blocked (sealed off), to stop supply air to and return air from, the work
area.
3. The sealed area should be provided with a local exhaust ventilation unit equipped
with a High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter.
4. All furniture, equipment, and other movable items are to be removed from the work
area. Anything remaining must be sealed with polyethylene sheets.
5. Asbestos control efforts must include isolating the work area from other occupied
area by hanging polyethylene sheets (at least 6 mils thick) from the structural
ceiling to the floor and covering the floor with such sheets. All vertical seams, as

well as the points where the sheets contact the floor, must be sealed with tape so
that there are no openings in the barrier.
6. Consumption of food or drink is to be prohibited in the work area.
7. Smoking is to be prohibited; as such “No Smoking” signs are to be posted in the

work area.
8. Asbestos insulation which has to be disturbed must be removed by sawing or

cutting with tools fitted with dust collecting devices. Prior to removal of the
fireproofing material, surfaces must be soaked with a fine low-pressure water spray
(so that dust does not arise from the impact of the water upon the surface) and if
non-absorbent surfaces exist, they must be punctured before spraying with water.
9. When asbestos has been removed, it must be handled in a fashion approved by the
Environmental Protection Agency. This includes the following:
a. It must be labeled/tagged as a toxic waste (materials cannot be allowed to

fall to the ground).
b. It must be placed in double polyethylene bags at least 6 mils thick.
c. It must be sent to an approved designated disposal site.
d. A receipt must be obtained from the disposal site and given to the Owner
before payment.
10. Air quality monitoring will be done periodically by a testing service approved by
the Owner. Additional testing may be conducted at the tenant’s expense.
11. Clean up of the entire work area, both during and after the work has been
completed, is essential. Clean up must be done with the use of wet methods such
as damp mops or with vacuums equipped with a HEPA filter. Sweeping is not
permitted.
1.19 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
A. The Contractor shall maintain policies of employment as follows:
1. The Contractor and all Subcontractors shall not discriminate against any employee
or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin,
or age. The Contractor shall take affirmative action to insure that applicants are
employed, and that employees are treated during employment without regard to
their race, religion, color, sex, national origin, or age. Such action shall include,
but not be limited to, the following: Employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer;
recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other
forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. The
Contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and
applicants for employment, notices setting forth the policies of non-discrimination.

2. The Contractor and all Subcontractors shall, in all solicitations or advertisements
for employees placed by them or on their behalf, state that all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color,
sex, national origin, or age.
1.20 ERRORS AND OMISSIONS
A. Contractor shall notify Consultant in writing regarding any necessary items which may
have been omitted from the specifications or drawings or both, and any irregularities,
discrepancies or duplications between drawings and specifications according to the evident
intent. In case of such errors or omissions, the Contractor shall not proceed with the work
in uncertainty but shall consult the Consultant, regarding proper intent, and revision, if
necessary.
B. Any duplication of work specified in two or more Sections shall require the Contractor to
provide the Work so specified without extra or additional charge to the Owner. Such
duplication, if any, is not intended.
C. In any conflict with Contract Documents, most stringent requirements shall govern.
D. Where a job condition arises and detail drawings do not show the intent, the Contractor
shall review with the Consultant to determine the manner of doing the Work, so that
aesthetic effect is not compromised.
1.21 INTERPRETATIONS IN WRITING
A. Neither the price bid for the work of the Contract nor the contract sum, shall be based in
any manner upon oral opinions or real or alleged instructions of an oral nature, regardless
of whether such opinions or instructions are expressed by the Owner, the Consultant, the
Contractor, or agents or representatives of any of them.
B. These provisions do not intend to deny normal discussion, recommendations, explanations,

suggestions, approvals, rejections, and similar activity in pursuit of the work of the project
on an oral basis, such as job conferences and otherwise at the site. In such instances of the
written minutes, correspondences, shop drawing records, written field orders and other
written data shall govern over personal claims regarding statement made contrary to the
written data.
C. Interpretations of contract documents, to be effective for claim purposes or for justification

as to proper procedure in performing the work, must be obtained in writing before such
claim is made or such work begun.
1.22 SUBSTITUTIONS
A. Requests for substitutions will be considered under the following time limitations and
situations provided that conditions specified herein are followed:
1. Before Contract Award - Not less than ten (10) calendar days before bids are due.

2. If work or equipment specified becomes unavailable through unforeseen events
such as strikes, loss of manufacturer’s plant through fire, flood or bankruptcy.
B. Upon receipt of data specified, requested substitutions will be reviewed and adjudged.
Failure of the Consultant to raise objection, shall not constitute a waiver of any of the
requirements of the Contract Documents.
C. Request for substitutions shall include complete data with drawings and samples as
required, including the following:
1. Quality Comparison - Proposed substitution versus the specified product.
2. Changes required in other work because of the substitution.
3. Effect on the construction schedule.
4. Cost Data - Resulting from the proposed substitution versus the specified product.
The Contractor shall certify that the cost data presented is complete and includes
all related costs under this Contract.
D. When proposing a substitution, the Contractor represents that:
1. They have investigated the proposed substitution and have determined that it is
equal to or better than the product specified.
2. They will guarantee the substitution in the same manner as the product specified.
3. They will coordinate and make other changes as required in the work as a result of
the substitution.
4. They waive all claims for additional costs as a result of the substitution, with the
exception of those identified above under “cost data”.
E. The Consultant will be sole judge of the acceptability of the proposed substitution.
F. The Consultant will have authority to approve or reject substitutions or to change the
specified standards of quality. However, neither this authority to act under this provision
nor any decision made in good faith, either to exercise or not to exercise this authority,
shall give rise to any duty or responsibility of the Consultant to the Contractor, any
Subcontractor, any Sub-Subcontractor, any of their agents or employees or any other
persons performing the work or offering the perform the work.
1.23 CONTRACTOR’S INSURANCE
A. The Contractor shall maintain during the life of this contract, Worker’s Compensation
Insurance, with statutory limits no less than limits listed below.
B. The Contractor shall maintain a Comprehensive General Liability policy including

Completed Operations, Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Personal Injury, General
Aggregate, “Per Project”, blanket contractual, broad form property damage, and Owner’s

and Contractor’s protective liability, with an insurance company, Licensed, Admitted
(Surplus Lines licensed carrier, not acceptable) with an A.M. Best’s rating of no less than
“A-, size VII” rating and acceptable to the Owner; which, insurance shall fully protect the
Contractor, any Subcontractor performing the work covered by this contract, the Owner,
Owner’s Representatives, Owner’s Designee and the Consultant for all loss.
C. Insurance: Contractor shall not commence work under this contract until it has obtained
all insurance required hereunder and certificate of such insurance has been filed with and
approved by Owner. The Contractor shall provide and maintain until the work covered in
this Contract is completed and accepted by the Owner, the minimum insurance coverage
as follows:
TYPE OF COVERAGE LIMITS OF LIABILITY
1. WORKER’S COMPENSATION STATUTORY
2. EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY Bodily Injury by Accident:

$1,000,000 each accident.
Bodily Injury by Disease:

$1,000,000 each employee.
Bodily Injury by Disease:

$1,000,000 policy limit.
3. COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL
LIABILITY $5,000,000 Including:
Bodily Injury, Property Damage,
Personal Injury and contractual
liability.
Policy will also include Owner, Owner’s Designee, Managing Agent, and/or
Owner’s Representatives as an Additional Insured with respect to this contract
and work performed by Contractor on behalf of Owner.
Notice of cancellation or Non Renewal will be provided to Owner giving 30 days

notice in writing (10 day notice for non Payment of Premium).
4. COMPREHENSIVE AUTOMOBILE
LIABILITY
a. BODILY INJURY $1,000,000 EACH PERSON

$1,000,000 EACH OCCURRENCE
b. PROPERTY DAMAGE $1,000,000 EACH OCCURRENCE
D. Contractor shall file with Owner a Certificate of Insurance with evidence of above
insurance requirements prior to any work being performed.

1.24 PROPERTY INSURANCE
A. The Owner’s insurance policy covers work and equipment included in place in the
building, and approved and accepted by the Consultant and the Owner. All material and
equipment stored on the premises and not actually installed as accepted complete is not
included in the Owner’s policy and such material and equipment shall be included in the
Contractor’s Property Damage Insurance.
1.25 TAXES, OLD-AGE PENSIONS AND UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE
A. All bids for work to be done and materials and equipment to be furnished on the job, are to
include all local, state and federal occupational and sales taxes, luxury taxes, excise taxes,
federal and state old-age pensions and unemployment insurance contributions, and any
other similar taxes and contributions in effect at the time of the signing of the contract. The
Elevator Contractor shall be liable for the aforementioned taxes. In the event additional
sales or use taxes not in effect at time of the signing of the contract, are imposed after the
signing of the contract, these are to be paid, in addition to the original contract amount, by
the Owner to the Elevator Contractor, who in turn is to pay them to the proper authorities.
Reciprocally, if any of the above mentioned taxes or contributions in effect at the time of
the signing of the contract should be revoked before the consummation of the contract, the
Elevator Contractor shall rebate to the Owner the amount of the taxes included in the
original contract. Where demanded by the law, the amount of the taxes is to be specifically
stated in the Elevator Contractor’s proposal, but failing to do so will not relieve the Elevator
Contractor from responsibility for the assumption of these taxes.
1.26 LABOR LAWS
A. The Contractor performing work under this contract shall comply with applicable
provisions of all federal, state and local labor laws.
1.27 ASSIGNMENTS
A. Neither party to the contract shall assign the contract or sublet it as a whole without the
written consent of the other, nor shall the Elevator Contractor assign any payment due them
or to become due to them hereunder without the previous written consent of the Owner.
1.28 PROTECTION OF WORK AND PROPERTY
A. The Contractor shall continuously maintain adequate protection of all their work from
damage and shall protect the Owner’s property from injury or loss arising out of this
contract. The Contractor shall make good any such damages, injury or loss, except such
as may be directly caused by agents or employees of the Owner. The Contractor shall
provide all barricades required to protect open hoistways or shafts per OSHA regulations.
Such protection shall include any necessary guards or other barricades for employee
protections during and after the modernization procedure.

1.29 ACCIDENT REPORTS
A. In the event of accidents of any kind, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Owner,
Designee and Consultant. Written reports shall be sent within twenty-four (24) hours and
at the same time that they are forwarded to any other parties.
1.30 STORAGE OF MATERIALS AND TOOLS
A. The Owner shall bear no responsibility for the materials, equipment or tools of the
Contractor and shall not be liable for any loss thereof or damage thereto. The Contractor
shall confine storage of materials on the job site to the limits and locations designated by
the Owner and shall not unnecessarily encumber the premises or overload any portion with
materials to a greater extent than the structural design load of the Facility.
1.31 PATENTS
A. Patent licenses which may be required to perform work specified by the Contract
Documents shall be obtained by the Contractor at its own expense.
B. The Contractor agrees to defend and save harmless the Owner, Owner’s Representative
Consultant and agents, servants, and employees thereof from any liability resulting from
the manufacture or use of any patented invention, process or article of applicant in
performing work specified in the Contract Documents.
1.32 ADVERTISING
A. Advertising privileges shall be retained by the Owner. It shall be the duty of the Contractor
to keep the job site free of posters, signs, and/or decorations. Contractor’s logo shall not
appear on faceplates or entrance sills.
1.33 REMOVAL OF RUBBISH AND EXISTING EQUIPMENT
A. On a scheduled basis, the Contractor shall remove from the job site all rubbish generated
in performing work specified in the Contract Documents.
B. Any component of the existing elevator plant that is not reused under the scope of work
specified in the Contract Documents shall become property of the Contractor and, as such,
shall be removed from the premises at the Contractor’s sole expense.
C. The Contractor agrees to dispose of the aforementioned equipment and rubbish in

accordance with any and all applicable Federal, State, and municipal environmental
regulations. The Contractor further accepts all liability that may result from handling
and/or disposing of said material.
1.34 MECHANICAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS (GENERAL)
A. The following typical requirements shall apply to all parts of the work where applicable
are supplementary to other requirements noted under the respective headings.

1. All bearings, pivots, guides, guide shoes, gearing, door hanger sheaves, door
hanger tracks and similar elements subject to friction or rolling wear in the entire
elevator installation shall be accurately and smoothly finished and shall be
arranged and equipped for adequate and convenient lubrication. Means shall be
provided for flushing and draining the larger bearings and gear case. All oiling
holes shall have dustproof, self-cleaning caps.
2. Bearings of governor and governor sheaves and important supporting bearings of

other parts constantly in motion when the elevator is traveling shall, unless
otherwise specified or approved, be of ball or roller bearing type or shall have
renewable linings of bronze or babbitt metal.
3. Bearings for brake levers and similar uses where the amount of movement under
load is light and the wear negligible may be unlined.
4. All plain bearings shall be liberally sized in accordance with the best commercial
elevator usages which have proved entirely satisfactory on heavy-duty
installations.
5. Bearings of motors shall be arranged and equipped for adequate automatic

lubrication. Ring or chain oilers, spring-fed grease cups and equivalent devices
properly used in accordance with the best commercial elevator practice will be
acceptable. Approved means shall be provided for visibly checking the amount of
lubricant contained and for flushing and draining. Means shall also be provided
for preventing leakage of lubricant when the reservoirs or grease cups are filled to
proper levels.
6. Ball and roller bearings shall be of liberal size and of a type and make which have
been extensively and successfully used on other similar, heavy-duty elevator
installations. They shall be fully enclosed. Loading, lubrication, support and all
other conditions of use shall be in accordance with the recommendations of the
bearing manufacturer based on previous extensive and satisfactory elevator usage.
7. All armature spiders and similar items intended to rotate with their shafts shall be
keyed and/or firm press or shrunk fit on the shafts. Set screw fastening will be
permitted only for minor items not subject to hoisting loads and where means for
field adjustment is required.
8. All bolts used to connect moving parts, bolts carrying hoisting stresses and all other
bolts, except guide rail bolts, subject to vibration or shock shall be fitted with
adequate means to prevent loosening of the nuts and bolts. Bolts transmitting
important shearing stresses between machine parts shall have tight body fit in
drilling holes.
9. All machine work, assembling and installing shall be done by skilled and
experienced mechanics using first-class, modern equipment and tools. All
workmanship shall be thoroughly high grade in every respect. All parts will be
manufactured to high precision standards so that wearing parts will be readily
interchangeable with stock repair parts with a minimum of field fitting.

10. All bearing and sliding surfaces of shafts, pins, bearings, bushings, guides, etc.,
shall be smoothly and accurately finished. They shall be assembled and installed
in accurate alignment and with working clearance most suitable for the load, speed,
lubrication and other conditions of use.
11. Structural steel used for supporting and securing equipment and for the
construction of car slings, etc., shall conform to the A.S.T.M. specification for
Structural Steel for Buildings. Design stresses shall not exceed those specified in
the local Building Code.
12. Castings of motor frames, sheaves, gear casings, etc., shall be of the best quality
metallurgically controlled, hard, close grained gray machinery cast iron, free from
blow holes, sand holes, or shrinkage cracks, ground to remove overruns, sanded
and machined so as to leave a finish suitable for its particular application. Surfaces
of sheaves and brake drums shall be entirely free from defects and shall show a
hardness of not less than 220 Brinell.
1.35 ELECTRICAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS (GENERAL)
A. The following typical requirements shall apply to all parts of the work and are
supplementary to other requirements noted under the respective headings.
1. The design and construction of the motors shall conform to the requirements of
these specifications and to the ASME Standards for Rotating Electrical Machinery
with revisions to the first day when the work of this Contract was advertised.
2. AC motors shall operate successfully under all loads and speeds and during
acceleration and retardation periods. All motors shall be designed for quiet
operation without excessive heat.
3. Insulation on motor coils and windings and on all insulated switch, relay, brake
and other coils shall conform to the requirements for Class “H” insulation, as
defined in ASME Standards for Rotating Electrical Machinery. All motors shall
be impregnated twice.
4. Switches, relay, etc., on controller, starter and signal panels and similar items on
other parts of the equipment shall be the latest improved type for the condition of
use. They shall function properly in full accordance with the requirements of the
machines controlled and with the specified operating requirements of the elevator.
Any of these parts showing wear or other injurious effects during the guarantee
period to the extent that abnormal maintenance is required or indicated shall be
replaced with proper and adequate parts by the Contractor as part of the obligations
of this Contract.
5. Contacts in elevator motor circuits which are intended to be opened by the

governors or other safety devices shall be copper to carbon or other approved non-
fusing type.

1.36 PAINTING AND FINISHES (GENERAL)
A. No less than two (2) coats of rust inhibiting machinery enamel shall be applied to exposed
ferrous metal surfaces in both the hoistway and pit that do not have a galvanized, anodized,
baked enamel, or special architectural finishes.
B. Prior to seeking final acceptance of the completed work as specified by the Contract
Documents, the Contractor shall apply two (2) coats of rust inhibiting enamel paint to the
elevator machinery located within the machine room and secondary level as well as to the
machine room floors.
C. Architectural metal surfaces of bronze or similar non-ferrous materials which, under the
Specifications, are to be refinished, reclad and/or provided new, shall be sufficiently clear
coated so as to resist tarnishing during normal usage for a period of not less than Two (2)
years after final acceptance by the Owner.
1.37 KEYS
A. Upon the initial acceptance of work specified by the Contract Documents on each unit of
vertical transportation equipment, the Contractor shall deliver to the Owner, ten (10) keys
for each new key-operated device that is provided.
1.38 DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS
A. Prior to seeking final acceptance of the completed project as specified by the Contract
Documents, the Contractor shall deliver to the Owner any specialized tool(s) that may be
required to perform diagnostic evaluations, adjustments, and/or programmable software
changes on any unit of microprocessor-based elevator control equipment installed by the
Contractor. Any and all such tool(s) shall become the property of the Owner.
1. Any diagnostic tool provided to the Owner by the Contractor shall be configured
to perform all levels of diagnostics, systems adjustment and software program
changes which are available to the Contractor.
2. In those cases where diagnostic tools provided to the Owner require periodic re-
calibration and/or re-initiation, the Contractor shall perform such tasks at no
additional cost to the Owner for a period of five (5) years from the date of final
acceptance of the completed project.
3. During those intervals in which the Owner might find it necessary to surrender a
diagnostic tool for re-calibration, re-initiation or repair, the Contractor shall
provide a temporary replacement for the tool at no additional cost to the Owner.
B. The Contractor shall deliver to the Owner, printed instructions for the proper use of any
tool that may be necessary to perform diagnostic evaluations, systems adjustment, and/or
programmable software changes on any unit of microprocessor-based elevator control
equipment installed by the Contractor. Accompanying the printed instructions shall be any
and all access codes, passwords, or other proprietary information that is necessary to
interface with the microprocessor-control equipment.

1.39 WIRING DIAGRAMS AND OPERATING MANUALS
Documents, the Contractor shall provide to the Owner, four (4) identical volumes of printed
information organized into neatly bound manuals. Those manuals shall comprise the
following:
1. Step-by-step adjusting, programming and troubleshooting procedures that pertain

to the solid-state microprocessor-control equipment.
2. Passwords or identification codes required to gain access to each software program

in order to perform diagnostics or program changes.
3. A composite listing of the individual settings chosen for variable software

parameters stored in the software programs of both the motion and dispatch
controllers.
B. In conjunction with the aforementioned operating manuals, the Contractor shall also
provide four (4) sets of “AS INSTALLED” straight-line wiring diagrams in accordance
with the following requirements:
1. In addition to displaying name and symbol of each relay, switch or other electrical
component utilized, the diagrams shall identify each wiring terminal.
2. Electrical circuits depicted shall include all those which are hard wired in both the
machine room and hoistway.
3. Supplemental wiring changes performed in the field shall be incorporated into the
diagrams in order to accurately replicate the completed installation.
1.40 TRAINING
Documents, the Contractor shall conduct a two (2) hour training program on-site with
building personnel selected by the Owner. The primary focus of the session, in addition to
providing instructions on proper safety procedures to utilize in assisting passengers that
may become entrapped inside an elevator car, shall be to explain each control feature and
its correct sequence of operation. Control features covered shall include but, not be limited
to:
1. Independent Service Operation

2. Emergency Fire Recall Operation - Phase I
3. Emergency In-car Operation - Phase II
4. Emergency Communications Equipment
5. Security Operating Features
6. Interactive Systems Management.

PART 2 - OPERATION/PRODUCTS
2.01 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
A. Hydraulic Passenger Elevator (PE2)
1. Quantity - One (1)
2. Type - Passenger
3. Capacity (lbs.) - 4,000 / retain existing
4. Speed (fpm) - 100 / retain existing
5. Travel in Feet - Field Measure
6. Number of Landings - Four (4) G, 1, 2, 3
7. Number of Openings - Same as landings
8. Front - All
9. Rear - None
10. Operation -
Simplex (New)
11. Control - Microprocessor Based
12. Number of Pushbutton Risers - One (1) (New)
13. Guide Rails - Steel Ts / retain existing
14. Jack unit, Piston & Buffers - New
15. Cab Enclosure - Retain Existing Cab
16. Car Door Size - 4’ x 7'-0" Retain Existing
17. Hoistway Door Size - 4’ x 7'-0" (New)
18. Door Operation - Two Speed side opening
19. Fixture and Signals - (New)
20. Machine Type - Hydraulic (New)
21. Machine Location - Adjacent / retain existing location

22. Power Supply - 480 Volts / 3 Phase / 60 Cycle / Confirm
and retain existing
2.02 RELATED WORK BY THE ELEVATOR CONTRACTOR (INCLUDED IN BASE BID)
A. The following requirements shall be applicable based on prevailing conditions at the site
of work and/or mandated modifications for code compliance.
1. Installation of new main line and/or auxiliary disconnect switches, properly located
in accordance with local law. Each new disconnect switch shall be fully enclosed,
externally operated, fused or furnished with circuit breakers, and arranged to be
locked in the open position. Provide 4th wire grounding and bonding as per
applicable code.
2. Installation of new electrical conduit and power feeders between the load side of
existing and new main line disconnect switches and new elevator control
equipment. Provide proper grounding and bonding as per applicable code.
3. Installation of new permanent lighting fixtures and 110-volt duplex GFI

receptacles inside the machine room and secondary levels. Illumination shall be
no less than 19 foot-candles at floor level. A light control switch must be provided
immediately adjacent to the machine room entrance door.
4. Provide each elevator pit with a 110 volt GFI duplex receptacle and a permanent
lighting fixture equipped with protective guard. Illumination shall be code
compliant at pit floor level. A light control switch must be provided and so
positioned as to be readily accessible when entering the pit area.
5. Provide each bottom terminal pit access with a permanent fixed metal ladder
designed and located in accordance with ASME A17.1 standards.
6. Provide necessary patching, repairing and installation of masonry and/or drywall

for smooth and legal elevator hoistways.
7. Provide any required material and labor to make machine room access doors code
acceptable including but not limited to appropriate signage.
8. Provide any required repair of smoke holes with subway grating covers in the
machine rooms and/or secondary levels where applicable. All smoke ventilation
provisions, including ductwork, dampers, fans, fire control interfaces, in
accordance with local codes, shall be reviewed for proper operation.
9. Installation of HVAC Split Unit inside the machine room so as to maintain ambient
temperature and humidity levels that are within the range specified by the
microprocessor-control equipment manufacturers.
10. Modify the existing smoke detector system meeting the requirements of A17.1
and/or the Local Governing Authority as further specified or provide to adapt and
tie into the existing system that is currently in place.

11. Installation of fire emergency control interface provisions consisting of one (1) set
of normally open, dry electrical contacts (no voltage present) subject to activation
by fire sensing devices (ref. NFPA 72E, Chapter 4) located in the elevator machine
rooms, the hoistways, or in the elevator lobby on any landing other than the
designated fire recall landing (Main Floor). The contacts shall be wired to an
electrical junction box located inside each elevator machine room for connection
to the elevator control systems by the Contractor. Each wire shall be clearly
labeled with its control function.
12. Sprinkler fire protective systems provided inside any given elevator hoistway,
machine room or associated machinery space shall be equipped with some means
to disconnect the main line power supply from the affected elevator prior to
activation. This means of disconnect shall be manually reset only in accordance
with code. In such cases where the above referenced are present, the contractor
shall provide if applicable.
13. Installation of emergency power control interface provisions (including switch

gear) consisting of one (1) set of normally closed, dry electrical contact (no voltage
present) subject to activation following transfer to the building emergency power
supply. Also provide one (1) set of normally closed, dry electrical contact (no
voltage present) to signal the elevator system to signal that the power source will
transfer from emergency to normal source. Contacts shall be wired to an electrical
junction box located inside each machine room for connection to the elevator
control equipment by the Elevator Contractor.
14. On the line side of each mainline disconnect switch, provide some means to absorb
power that may be regenerated by the elevator hoist motor during emergency
power operation.
15. Refurbish machine room ventilation as needed to comply with applicable codes.
16. Install an enclosure around the existing building sump pump system that is currently
located in the existing machine room. Provide access to the system from stairwell.
Provide lighting, and GFCI receptacle in this area.
17. It is the contractor’s responsibility to locate, assess and size power feeders
coming to the machine room that will provide power for the elevator equipment.
The contractor shall provide the proper sized and or type of wire necessary to
operate the equipment in an efficient and acceptable manner.
2.03 MAINTENANCE COVERAGES
A. The following maintenance coverages apply:
1. Interim Maintenance

a. Provide full protective maintenance services and equipment coverage for
all hydraulic elevator upon contract award and during the work
implementation procedure, until final acceptance.
b. Interim full comprehensive maintenance services shall be provided.
c. Costs related for interim maintenance shall be indicated on the bid form
provided with a deduction for unit(s) out of service for upgrading.
2. Guarantee Maintenance
a. Provide full comprehensive preventative maintenance services for a period

of Two (2) years after the final completion of the elevator and complete
acceptance of the project.
b. Warranty maintenance and related services shall be provided.
c. Costs related for warranty maintenance shall be indicated on the bid form
in the space provided.
2.02 CONTROL FEATURES/FUNCTIONS
A. Simplex Automatic Selective Collective Operation (New)
1. The elevator shall automatically travel to landings for which a call demand exists.
Stops in response to calls that are registered in either the car or corridor push-
button stations shall occur in the natural order of progression in which the floors
are encountered, depending on the direction of car travel, and irrespective of the
order in which calls are registered. In responding to corridor calls, the elevator
shall answer only those demands that correspond to the direction in which the car
is traveling.
2. Call acknowledgment lights provided in both the car and corridor push-button
fixtures shall be extinguished as the car begins its slowdown approach to the
corresponding landing. Immediately after cancellation, a corridor call shall be
inoperative until the elevator doors have completed their dwell time in the open
position and commenced their closing cycle.
B. Motion Control (New)
1. Smooth stepless acceleration and deceleration of the elevator car shall be provided
in either direction of travel during both single and multiple floor runs. The
amplitude of acceleration and deceleration shall not exceed 4.5 ft/sec2. The
maximum velocity which the elevator achieves in either direction of travel while
operating under load conditions that vary between empty car and full rated load
shall be within ± 2% of the rated speed.
2. Floor leveling accuracy of ± 1/4” as measured between the car entrance threshold
and the landing sill on any given floor shall be provided. This accuracy standard

shall be maintained under varying load conditions and without need for releveling
corrections caused by overshooting or stopping short of the floor (spotting).
3. Elapsed flight time during a typical elevator one floor run shall not exceed 12.0
seconds. Timing, as measured between the moment door closing operations begin
and when the doors are 3/4” open at the next adjacent floor, shall remain consistent
under varying load conditions in either direction of travel.
C. Car/Landing Door Operation (New – 3D)
1. Car and landing doors shall be arranged to operate in unison without excessive
noise or slamming in either direction of travel. Door opening speeds of two (2)
feet per second shall be provided in conjunction with closing speeds of 1.0 foot per
second in accordance with governing code. Door operation shall be arranged to
commence as the car enters its final leveling approach to a landing. In no case
shall the door opening cycle conclude before the car comes to a complete stop at
floor level.
2. Door open and door close elapsed time shall be measured between the moment car
door operation in either direction begins and the instant at which that particular
cycle is completed.
3. When responding to either a car or corridor call, the amount of time that the
elevator doors remain stationary in the open position shall be adjustable anywhere
up to sixty (60) seconds. Door open dwell time for corridor calls shall be separate
of that for car calls, and in both cases, dwell time shall be canceled whenever any
of the infrared beams projected across the car entrance are momentarily interrupted
by passenger transfers, followed by a reduced door open dwell time of
approximately one (1) second (adjustable) after the beam is reestablished.
4. Where door protective devices are provided, the operation of the device by
physical contact (mechanical safety-edge) or the interruption of one or more
infrared light beams (dual or multi-beam non-contact) during the close cycle shall
cause the immediate reversing of the doors to the full open position.
5. The door closing cycle shall be arranged so that, in the event the door protective
devices become continually obstructed after the normal door open dwell time has
expired, and following a time interval of approximately thirty (30) seconds
(adjustable), a warning tone shall sound and the door closing cycle shall commence
at reduced speed and torque per ASME A17.1 Code requirements.
6. Each new car operating station shall be provided with a “door open” pushbutton.
Pressure on the “door open” button shall cause doors in the full open position to
remain so and doors engaged in the close cycle to reverse direction and assume the
full open position so long as pressure remains applied to the button. The “door
open” buttons shall also control the open cycle during Phase II - Emergency In-car
Operation. The “door close” pushbutton shall function on Independent Service,
Attendant Service or Phase II - Emergency In-car Operation as well as during
normal automatic operations.

7. Repeated attempts by the power door operator mechanisms to open or close the
doors at any landing shall be monitored by the new microprocessor-control system.
In the event the doors should fail to cycle properly after a preset (adjustable)
number of attempts, the car shall either travel to the next stop or remove itself from
service, depending upon whether the malfunction is in the open or close cycle.
8. Each set of landing doors shall be provided with an automatic self-closing

mechanism arranged so that, if for some reason the car should leave the landing
while the landing doors are unlocked, the closing device shall immediately close
and lock the doors.
9. Car doors shall be arranged so as to prevent their being manually opened from
inside the car unless the elevator is positioned within a floor landing zone.
D. Car Door Operation (New)
1. Car door shall be arranged to operate in unison with the corridor door safety
interlock release mechanism. Car door opening speeds of two (2) feet per second
shall be provided in conjunction with closing speeds of 1.0 foot per second in
accordance with governing code. Door operation shall be arranged to commence
after the car enters its final leveling approach to a landing. In no case shall the
door opening cycle conclude before the car comes to a complete stop at floor level
with machine brake set.
2. When responding to either a car or corridor call, the amount of time that the
elevator car door remains stationary in the open position shall be adjustable
anywhere up to sixty (60) seconds. Door open dwell time for corridor calls shall
be separate of that for car calls, and in both cases, dwell time shall be canceled
whenever the doors are fully open and a car call is registered.
3. The new car operating station shall be provided with a “door open” and “door
close” pushbutton. Pressure on the “door open” button shall cause the car door in
the full open position to remain so and doors engaged in the close cycle to reverse
direction and assume the full open position so long as pressure remains applied to
the button. The “door close” pushbutton shall function on Independent Service,
Attendant Service and Phase II – Emergency In-car Operation as well as during
normal automatic operations.
4. Repeated attempts by the power car door operator mechanisms to open or close the
car doors at any landing shall be monitored by the new microprocessor control
system. In the event the doors should fail to cycle properly after a preset
(adjustable) number of attempts, the car shall either travel to the next stop or
remove itself from service, depending upon whether the malfunction is in the open
or close cycle.
5. Car door shall be arranged so as to prevent it being manually opened from inside
the car unless the elevator is positioned within a floor landing zone per A17.1
Standards.
E. Hoistway Access Operation (New)

1. Provision shall be made to allow access to the hoistway through the use of
hoistway access switches.
2. Operating the access switch shall permit the car to be moved at slow speed
(inspection speed) with the doors open to allow authorized persons to obtain access
to the top of the elevator car.
F. Fire Emergency Operation (New)
1. Phase I - Emergency Recall Operation shall be provided for each car in accordance
with ASME A17.1 code as modified under the applicable local or State law.
2. Each main car operating station shall be provided with an indicator light and
warning buzzer, each of which shall become activated whenever Phase I Operation
is engaged. The warning buzzer shall cease to function once the car has completed
the recall sequence and is positioned at the designated recall landing. The indicator
light shall remain illuminated as long as Phase I Operation is activated.
3. A three-position, key-operated switch shall be provided on the designated recall

landing to manually activate Phase I Operation. When activated, Phase I Operation
shall be arranged so that in order to reset normal service, all cars must first be
returned to the designated recall landing, after which the Phase I key-switch must
be turned to the “OFF” position.
4. Phase II - Emergency Recall In-Car Operation shall be provided for each car in
accordance with ASME code as modified under local or State law.
5. Each main car operating station shall be equipped with a three-position, key-
operated switch to engage Phase II Operation on elevators which have completed
the Phase I recall sequence and which are parked at the designated recall landing
or alternate floor landing. Subsequent to activating Phase II Operation on any
elevator, that elevator must be returned to the designated recall landing in order to
discontinue that service mode.
6. Each main car operating station shall be provided with a “CALL CANCEL”
pushbutton that functions only under Phase II operating mode. When activated,
pressing the “CALL CANCEL” button shall cause any previously registered car
calls to cancel per ASME standards.
9. Each main car operating station shall incorporate the National Standard fire logo
and/or operating instructions, engraved and red color filled, as required by the
applicable local or State law requirements.
G. Smoke Detector System (New)
1. The Elevator Contractor shall confirm existing system operates and conforms to
code as it pertains to elevators. If it does not comply or is not fully operational
elevator contractor shall repair or upgrade existing system to compliance or
provide a complete smoke detector system for elevator recall to comply with the

governing authority’s requirements and ASME A17.1 as approved or modified
under local law. The new system shall be configured as follows:
a. Smoke detectors shall be installed, in the elevator lobby at each floor, top
of hoistway, in pit areas, and associated elevator machine room in
accordance with NFPA No. 72A through 72E, Automatic Fire Detectors,
Chapter 4. The activation of a smoke detector in any elevator lobby or
associated elevator machine room other than the designated level (1st
Floor) shall cause the elevator to return non-stop to the designated level
(1st Floor). If the smoke detector at the designated level (1st Floor) is
activated, the cars shall return to an alternate level (Basement Floor) unless
the Phase I key-operated switch is in the “firemen service” position.
Smoke detectors and/or smoke detector system shall not be self-resetting.
b. Elevator Recall System shall incorporate a minimum number of zones as

follows:
1) Zone 1, Primary Recall Floor

2) Zone 2, Alternate Recall Floor
3) Zone 3, Machine Room
4) Zone 4, All Typical Floors Served
c. The system shall be independent of the existing building systems and shall
contain the following:
1) Modular LED control panel/annunciator, located at the 1st Floor

Lobby in a specially designed tamperproof station, shall be
custom designed for each individual system and location.
2) Smoke detectors shall be photoelectric type or approved equal.
3) Primary power supply provided by Elevator Contractor.
4) Minimum 24-hour emergency power failure battery backup with
automatic recharging apparatus and signal status indicators.
d. Elevator Contractor shall provide all wiring, conduit and make final
connections. Conduit may run in elevator hoistway as part of elevator
control signal systems provided such circuitry is installed per local code
requirements.
e. Should conditions allow and it is possible and code compliant to tie into
the existing Building Fire Alarm System it shall be acceptable. All
additional programing needed to allow the tie to occur shall be at the
expense of the elevator contractor. Building ownership shall allow the tie
in to occur as long as the building current fire alarm contractor is used to
accomplish the work.
f. With regard to item e, above. Should any modification to the existing fire
alarm become required as part of the utilization of that system the elevator
contractor shall be responsible for its cost.
G. Emergency Power Operation (New)

1. Provisions shall be included in all of the new elevator control systems whereby,
immediately after transferring to the building emergency power system, all
affected elevators shall automatically return the main fire recall landing in
progressive numerical sequence at normal operating speed. Car and corridor calls
shall become inoperative and all previously registered calls shall be canceled. As
each car arrives at the designated landing, it shall park out of service with its door
in the open position. In the event an elevator fails to respond to a recall command
within forty-five (45) seconds under emergency power operation, that car shall be
by-passed in the order of recall progression.
H. Independent Service Operation (New)
1. The car operating station shall be equipped with a key-operated switch labeled
“IND SER”. When placed in the “on” position, this switch shall cause the elevator
to bypass all corridor calls and to travel directly to any floor chosen by registration
of a car call. During Independent Service Operation, the elevator doors shall
remain open at any landing until the door close or car call registration pushbutton,
is pressed and maintained until the doors are fully closed.
2. In case an elevator is operating on the Independent Service mode and the Fire
Emergency Recall system becomes activated, following a period of approximately
forty-five (45) seconds, the elevator shall automatically override Independent
Service Operation and engage Phase I - Fire Emergency Recall Operation.
3. If more than one (1) car call is registered, all registered car calls shall extinguish
when the elevator stops in response to the first call.
2.03 MACHINE ROOM EQUIPMENT
A. Control Equipment (New)
1. A new microprocessor-based elevator control system shall be provided. Basic

systems operating software shall be stored in non-volatile, electrically
programmable read only memory (EPROM), whereas, field adjustable parameters
shall be stored in an electrically erasable programmable read only memory
(EEPROM).
2. Elevator control relays, contactors, switches, capacitors, resistors, fuses, circuit

breakers, overload relays, power supplies, circuit boards, static motor drive units,
wiring terminal blocks and related components shall be totally enclosed inside a
free-standing vented metal cabinet with hinged access doors. Provide solid state
starter.
3. All electrical wiring inside the control equipment cabinet, whether done in the
factory or at the job site, shall be performed in a neat, workmanlike manner. All
field wiring shall terminate at stud blocks provided inside the control equipment
cabinet for that purpose. Each wiring terminal shall be clearly identified according

to the nomenclature used on the “as built” wiring diagrams. No more than two (2)
field wires may be connected to any single terminal stud. Spare wires shall be
tagged according to their point of termination, bundled, and neatly placed at the
bottom of the control equipment cabinet.
4. Alphanumeric identification symbols shall be permanently affixed to each

electrical component housed within the control equipment cabinet. These
identification symbols shall be identical to those depicted on the “as built” wiring
diagrams.
5. In case placement of new elevator control equipment cabinets inside the machine
rooms should interfere with direct sight lines between the main line disconnect
switch and rotating equipment belonging to the affected elevator, an auxiliary
locking disconnect switch shall be provided. The mounting location of this
auxiliary disconnect switch shall be chosen so as to provide clear sight of the
associated rotating equipment.
B. Hydraulic Power Unit (New)
1. Provide a self-contained power unit. It shall include a structural steel outer base,
including rank supports; an oil tight drip pan; a floating inner base so that there is
no metallic contact for mounting the motor pump assembly and sound isolation
panels to enclose the unit and reduce airborne noises.
2. Provide a reinforced overhead oil reservoir with a tight fitting tank over the oil
control unit. Included in the reservoir shall be an oil fill strainer with air filter an
oil level gauge assembly, and a self-cleaning strainer in the suction line.
3. Design the pump for oil hydraulic elevator service. It shall be of the positive
displacement screw type inherently designed for steady discharge with minimum
pulsation and will give smooth quiet operation.
4. The drive motor shall be designed for one hundred twenty (120) starts per hour
and shall utilize multiple V-belts and sheaves. A submersible type unit is
permitted.
5. The oil control unit shall be of the manufacturer’s own design but shall include
relief, safety check, start and slow down valves.
a. Use lowering and leveling valves for drop away speed, lowering speed,
leveling speed and stopping speed to insure smooth down starts and stops.
b. Provide a valve for manual lowering of the elevator car in event of power
failure and for use in servicing and adjusting the elevator mechanism.
c. Design the tank shut-off valve for isolating oil in the power unit tank to
ensure each of servicing and adjusting the elevator mechanism without
removing oil from the tank.

d. All valves shall be accessible for adjustment. All adjustment shall be made
without removing the assembly from the oil line.
e. All elements of the high pressure hydraulic supply line between the jack
assembly and power unit shall conform with the requirements of
ASME A17.1, Section 303.
f. The high pressure hydraulic supply line shall be provided with a manually
operated shut-off valve and at least one (1) isolation coupling consisting
of metal flanges separated by neoprene O-rings. These items shall be
located inside the elevator machine room.
g. Subsequent to installation of new hydraulic power units, conduct testing

in accordance with ASME A17.1.
C. Mainline Hydraulic Oil Strainer (New)
1. Provide a mainline hydraulic oil strainer of the self-cleaning, compact type,

equipped with a 40-mesh element and installed in the oil line. Design the unit for
400 psi working pressure.
D. Piping (New)
1. Provide all necessary pipes and fittings to connect the power unit to the jack. Use
minimum Schedule 80 steel pipe.
E. Low Oil Protective Device (New)
1. Should a hydraulic elevator stall due to low oil condition, or the elevator fails to
reach the landing in the up direction, protective device shall automatically return
the elevator to the bottom landing, open the door and shut down the system.
F. Equipment Isolation (New)
1. Provide sound reducing vibration isolation elements at all support points of

elevator controller, tank and pump unit. The elements for controllers, motor and
pump shall be similar to double deflection neoprene-in-shear mounts, as
manufactured by Mason Industries, Type ND, with 0.35" static deflection under
design load ratings.
2.04 HOISTWAY APPARATUS
A. Car Guide Rail Systems (Reuse)
1. Car guide rails, fish plates, rail brackets, backing support and related attachments
shall be inspected to determine if unfavorable conditions exist that diminish the
structural integrity of any component. In the event substandard conditions are

disclosed by means of this inspection, the Contractor shall immediately inform the
Consultant as to the exact nature of said problems and then undertake whatever
repairs and/or replacements the Consultant may deem appropriate to remedy the
situation.
2. Each stack of car guide rails shall be individually examined to determine if

excessive compression has occurred from building settlement. In the event such
conditions are found to exist, each affected stack shall be cut off enough to relieve
pressure. Jacking bolts shall be provided underneath each stack of car guide rails.
3. Each stack of car guide rails shall be realigned so that total deviation from plumb
in any direction does not exceed 1/8” over the entire length of the hoistway and
that DBG measurements never vary more than .030”.
4. As required, car guide rails joints shall be individually filled, filed and sanded in
order to eliminate minor variations in adjoining machined surfaces.
5. Apart from the guide rail systems’ reconditioning work specified herein, the
Contractor shall perform whatever additional work may be required so that side-
to-side and front-to-back acceleration of the elevator car traveling at full rated
speed in either direction over the entire length of the hoistway with loads varying
from empty car to full rated load never exceeds 18 milli-g peak to peak.
B. Car Roller Guides (New Rollers Only)
1. Provide rubber tired, spring loaded, adjustable roller guides at the top and bottom
of the car frame.
2. Design three wheel roller guides to run on unlubricated guides and equip them with
16-gauge cover guards.
C. Normal and Final Terminal Stopping Devices (New)
1. Provide normal terminal stopping devices to stop the car automatically from any
speed obtained under normal operation within the top and bottom overtravel,
independent of the operating devices, final terminal stopping device and the
buffers.
2. Provide final terminal stopping devices to stop the car automatically from the
speed specified within the top clearance and bottom overtravel.
3. The terminal stopping devices shall have rollers with rubber or other approved
composition tread to provide silent operation when actuated.
D. Electrical Conduit, Wiring and Traveling Cable (New)
1. New rigidly supported EMT conduit, flexible metal conduit and galvanized steel
trough shall be utilized throughout the hoistway. Existing trough ay be reused if
located properly. All connections and fastenings must be checked for integrity and
Code compliance.

a. Both EMT and flexible conduit shall be connected on either end by use of
compression fittings and secured in place with metal clamps sized in
accordance with the diameter of conduit utilized. Wire or plastic wire ty-
raps shall not constitute an acceptable means of fastening.
b. The use of flexible metal conduit shall be limited to runs not greater than
3’ in length.
c. All abandoned or unused electrical conduit shall be removed from the

hoistway.
2. New electrical wiring shall be provided. All wiring shall be stranded copper
conductors, manufactured in compliance with ANSI/ASTM B174-71 and UL 62
requirements, and polyvinyl chloride insulation complying with ETT requirements
of UL 62 and Article 400 of the National Electric Code.
3. Electrical wiring provided for hoistway interlocks shall be of a flame retardant

type, capable of withstanding temperatures of at least 392 degrees Fahrenheit.
Conductors shall be Type SF or the equivalent thereof.
a. Each run of electrical conduit or duct shall contain no less than 10% spare
wires and, in any case, no fewer than one (1) spare wire.
b. Crimp-on type wire terminals shall be used where possible.
4. New traveling cables shall be provided. Each traveling cable shall be provided
with a flame and water resistant polyvinyl chloride jacket. Electrical wiring shall
consist of stranded copper conductors, manufactured in compliance with
ANSI/ASTM B174-71 and UL 62 requirements, and polyvinyl chloride insulation
complying with ETT requirements of UL 62 and Article 400 of the National
Electric Code.
a. Each traveling cable shall contain no less than 10% spare wires.
b. Traveling cables exceeding 100’ in length shall be provided with a steel

wire rope support strand from which the cable shall be suspended.
c. Traveling cables must be contained within an approved electrical conduit

to within 6’ of the final suspension point in the hoistway.
d. Each new traveling cable shall be arranged to provide no fewer than six
(6) individually shielded pairs of 22-gauge wire and arranged to contain
no less than one (1) coaxial cable for CCTV remote monitoring.
e. Traveling cable conductors that terminate at a hoistway center box shall

be connected to stud block provided for that purpose. Each wiring
terminal shall be clearly identified by its nomenclature as shown on the
“as built” wiring diagrams and solderless, crimp-on type wire terminals
shall be used where possible.

f. The attachment of a traveling cable to the underside of the elevator car
shall be performed so that a minimum loop diameter of 30x the cable
diameter is provided.
F. Hoistway Projections and Setbacks (Modify as Required)
1. The top surface of any setback or projection in the hoistway that measures 4” or
more in width shall be beveled at an angle of not less than 75 degrees from
horizontal. Each bevel plate shall be constructed from prime painted 14-gauge
cold-rolled steel and installed so as to conform with ASME A17.1 elevator safety
code.
2.05 PIT APPARATUS
A. Car Spring Buffers (New)
1. Provide buffers with necessary blocking and appropriate bracing as not to allow
damage to any component damage upon impact.
2. Buffers shall bring the car to rest when or if the elevator car overruns the final
limits or during the testing processes. They shall be plumb, level and at the same
height so as not to rack the sling when they make contact.
3. Buffers and emergency terminal slowdown devices shall operate in accordance with
applicable codes and standards.
B. Jack and Piston Unit (New)
1. Design and construct the jack and piston unit in accordance with the applicable
requirements of the ASME Code. It shall be of sufficient size to lift the gross load
at the rated speed to the height specified and shall be factory tested to ensure
adequate strength and freedom from leakage. No brittle material, such as grey cast
iron, shall be used in the jack construction.
2. The jack unit shall consist of the following parts: a plunger of heavy seamless steel
tubing accurately turned and polished; a stop ring electrically welded to the plunger
to positively prevent plunger leaving its cylinder; an internal babbitt-lined, guide
bearing; packing or seal of suitable design and quality; a drip ring around cylinder
top; a cylinder made of steel pipe and provided with a pipe connection and air
bleeder. Weld brackets to the cylinder for supporting the jack on pit channels.
3. Wrap the complete cylinder with a minimum of three coats of an approved coating
to protect the casing from corrosion.
4. Install a schedule 40 PVC waterproof casing with a 6” wide PVC water stop ring
to be cast into the pit floor.

C. Pit Stop Switch (New)
1. Pit is accessed from machine room via pit access door. Pit stop switch should be
located adjacent to opening at pit entry. Pit access shall have an interlock device
to open safety string if the door is opened.
2.06 HOISTWAY ENTRANCES
A. Hoistway Entrances (Reuse)
1. Hoistway entrance sills, sill supports, entrance frames, headers, header supports,
and door panels shall be reused and refurbished.
a. Hoistway entrances that have become distorted or bent shall be

straightened, plumbed, reset to the proper width dimension and reinforced
as necessary.
b. Provide each door panel with two removable laminated plastic

composition guides, arranged to run in existing sill grooves with a
minimum clearance. The guide mounting shall permit their replacement
without removing the door from the hangers. A steel fire stop shall be
enclosed in each guide.
c. Provide the meeting edge of center opening doors with necessary new
continuous rubber astragal bumper strips. These strips shall be relatively
inconspicuous when the doors are closed. Also, provide rubber bumpers
at the top and bottom of each section of door to stop them at their limit of
travel in the opening direction.
d. Provide necessary new fascias - 14 gauge steel fascia plates shall extend
at least the full width of the door and be secured at hanger support and sill
with oval head machine screws. Reinforce fascia to allow not more than
½” of deflection.
e. Provide fascia plates where the clearance between the edge of the loading
side of the platform and the inside face of the hoistway enclosure exceeds
the code allowed clearance.
f. Provide necessary new toe guards - Provide 14 gauge steel toe guards to
extend 12” below any sill not protected by fascia. The toe guards shall
extend the full width of the door and shall return to the hoistway wall at a
15-degree angle and be firmly fastened. They should be in accordance with
current code.
g. Remove oil, dirt and impurities on new and existing apparatus and give a
factory coat of rust inhibitive paint to all exposed surfaces of struts, hanger
supports, covers, fascias, toe guards, dust covers and other ferrous metal.

h. Remove and patch existing access holes (escutcheon) at each landing.
Repaint hoistway doors to match existing colors. Provide new escutcheon
access with approved barrel inserts as per applicable code.
i. Clean all sills “car and hoistway” to a new like condition.
B. Landing Door Tracks, Hangers, Closers, Interlocks and Related Appurtenances

(New)
1. Formed or extruded steel landing door hanger tracks as manufactured by G.A.L.

Corporation or an approved equal shall be provided.
2. Each landing door panel shall be suspended from a pair of new door hanger
assemblies that are compatible with the new hanger tracks. Hanger assemblies
shall be directly mounted to the door panel using 3/8” diameter or better hardware.
In the event the job-site condition dictates the use of spacers between hanger
assemblies and the landing door panel, solid steel blocks shall be provided for that
purpose. Jacking bolts or G.A.L. manufactured “U” shaped spacers are not
acceptable for this application. Hanger assemblies shall be adjusted or shimmed
so that door panels are suspended in a plumb manner with no more than 3/8”
vertical clearance to the cab entrance threshold. Upthrust rollers shall be adjusted
for minimal operating clearance against the bottom edge of the hanger track.
3. Each set of multi-speed or single speed side slide doors shall be provided with a
new sill-mounted type CL-5 spring closing/relating mechanism as manufactured
by G.A.L. Corporation or an approved equal.
4. Each set of landing doors shall be provided with a complete new Type “MO”
electromechanical interlock assembly for side sliding equipment as manufactured
by G.A.L. Corp. or an approved equal. Each interlock assembly shall consist of a
switch housing with contacts, lock keeper, clutch engagement/release
subassembly, and all associated linkages.
5. Non-typical mounting arrangements for interlocks and/or related mechanisms
must receive prior approval from the Consultant.
6. Each hoistway door interlock assembly shall be provided with an emergency

release mechanism utilizing a drop-leaf type access key at all landings served.
C. Interlocks, Contacts and Unlocking Devices (New)
1. Equip each elevator hoistway door with a positive interlock which shall prevent
the operation of the elevator unless all elevator doors are closed and maintained
closed when elevator is away from the landing. The interlocks shall also prevent
the opening of a hoistway door from the landing side unless the car is within the
landing zone and is either stopped or being stopped at that level. Retiring cams
used to actuate interlock shall be securely fastened to car construction and shall be
designed to operate without objectionable noise, shock or jar. Design interlocks
so that they are not easily accessible from the landing side.
D. Hoistway Door Hangers, Sheaves and Tracks (New)

1. Provide a sheave type two-point suspension hanger and track for each hoistway
door. Sheaves shall be hardened steel, not less than 3 1/4 inches in diameter with
sealed grease-packed precision ball bearing.
2. The upthrust shall be taken by a roller mounted on the hanger and arranged to ride
on the underside of the track.
3. The track shall be of formed cold rolled steel or cold drawn steel and shall be
rounded on the track surface to receive the hanger sheaves. The track shall be
removable and shall not be integral with the header.
E. Car Doors (New)
1. Provide new elevator car doors with Stainless Steel #4 finish.
F. Sliding Type Hoistway Doors (Retain)
1. Retain existing elevator hoistway entrance doors reusing present frames and
saddles.
2. Each new door will be of hollow metal, 1-1/2 hour test construction, manufactured
of cold rolled furniture steel, flush design both sides, rigidly reinforced, sound
deadened and will bear an approved label.
3. Finish all door panels:
a. To match elevator entrances
4. Where conditions require, provide necessary new masonry around entrance frames
to maintain fire rating. Painting or other wall surface decorating shall be part of
this scope.
2.07 CAR APPARATUS/FRAME
A. Car Frame (Reuse)
1. The existing car frame and bolster channel assembly shall be refurbished to as-new
condition and reused. Individual car frame members, platform isolation
framework, door operator support structure, related bracing and appurtenances
shall be inspected for any indication of damage and to determine if the overall
assembly is twisted, racked or otherwise distorted. In case any of these conditions
are found to exist, the Contractor shall immediately inform the Consultant and then
undertake whatever corrective action the Consultant may deem appropriate to
remedy the situation. All fastening between the aforementioned components shall
be individually examined, tightened and if necessary renewed.
a. Provide new elastomer isolation pads for all existing platforms.

2. The existing car frame, door operator support structure and related bracing shall
be modified or reconfigured as necessary in order to accommodate the new cab
enclosure and/or related master door operating equipment specified herein.
3. The elevator car shall undergo static balancing upon substantial completion of all
work described in the project specifications and subsequent to any car interior
refinishing or cab replacement work performed in conjunction with the project.
B. Platform (Reuse)
1. Existing platform shall be modified to accommodate the new apparatus specified

herein.
a. Underside of platform shall be refurbished and treated with fire-rated

material.
b. Top of platform shall be refurbished with marine grade plywood set to

receive new finished floor covering as selected by Owner.
c. On applicable units, provide a new safety access hole ring and cover
assembly to match selected cab finishes.
B. Automatic Leveling/Releveling Device

1. Equip the elevator with a floor-leveling device which shall automatically bring the
car to a stop within 1/4” of floor with any floor for which a stop has been initiated
regardless of load or direction of travel. This device shall also provide for
releveling which shall be arranged to automatically return the elevator to the floor
in the event the elevator should move below or above floor level in excess of 1/4”.
2. The leveling device may be separate from, or an integral part of the hoistway
encoding and positioning system.
D. Emergency Exits (Reuse)
1. Ensure they operate as per code and have proper electrical contacts and mechanical
locks on the exterior of the cab enclosure.
E. Master Door Operating System (New)
1. Furnish and install a new heavy-duty master electric power door operator on the
elevator car. Design this operator to operate the car and hoistway door panels
simultaneously.
a. Designate this type of operator as a high-speed operator. Design the door

panels to operate at an average opening speed of 2.0 feet per second.
Automatic closing of the car and hoistway doors shall be required and the
closing speed shall be approximately 1 foot per second. Reduce this

closing speed as required to limit the kinetic energy of the closing doors
to the values permitted by the ASME Code.
b. The doors shall operate smoothly without a slam in both the opening and
closing directions. Cushion the doors in their final movement in both
directions of travel by electrical means (dynamic braking) only. Air
dashpots or hydraulic dampening will not be accepted. Use electrical
power to open and close the doors.
c. In case of interruption or failure of electric power from any cause, the door
operating mechanism shall be so designed that it shall instantly permit
emergency manual operation of both the car door and the hoistway door,
and the hoistway door shall continue during emergency operation to be
self-locking, and self-closing. The door operator shall operate in
conjunction with or be equipped with all interlocks and safety contacts
specified.
d. Construct all door operating levers of heavy steel members. All pivot
points shall have either ball or roller bearings, or bronze bushings, of
ample size. All brackets and other supports required to support door-
operating mechanism shall be furnished and installed.
e. Provide zone-lock devices as required by applicable local codes and

ASME A17.1 standards.
2. Operator shall utilize an alternating current motor, controlled by variable voltage,

variable frequency (VVVF) drive and a closed-loop control with programmable
operating parameters.
a. System may incorporate an encoder feedback to monitor positions with

a separate speed sensing rotating device or an encoderless closed-loop
VVVF-AC control to monitor motor parameters and very power applied
to compensate for load changes such as windy conditions (stack effect),
use of differently weighted door panels on multiple landings or other
unique prevailing conditions that could cause variations in operational
speed.
b. Provide nudging to limit speed and torque in conjunction with door close
signaling/closing and timing devices as permitted by ASME A17.1 as may be
adopted and/or otherwise modified by the AHJ. Nudging shall be initiated by
the signal control system and not from the door protective device.
F. Car Door Hangers, Sheaves, Tracks and Gate Switch (New)
1. Provide a sheave type two-point suspension hanger and track for each car door.
Sheaves shall be hardened steel, not less than 3 1/4 inches in diameter with sealed
grease packed precision ball bearing.
2. The upthrust shall be taken by a roller mounted on the hanger and arranged to ride
on the underside of the track.

3. The track shall be of formed cold rolled steel or cold drawn steel and shall be
rounded on the track surface to receive the hanger sheaves. The track shall be
removable and shall not be integral with the header.
4. Provide a new gate switch that connects directly to the car door track. The gate
switch shall prevent movement of the elevator until such time as it signals the
control equipment that the car door has physically closed.
G. Door Reopening Device (New 3D)
1. Provide an infrared curtain door protection system.
2. The doors shall be prevented from closing from an open position if a person
interrupts any one of the light rays. When the doors are closing, any interruption
of the protective light field shall cause both the car and corridor doors to reverse.
The doors shall start to close when the protection system is free of any obstruction.
Reopening device(s) for power-operated horizontally sliding doors or gates shall
conform to the requirements of 2.13.5.1 through 2.13.5.6. Where the term
“door(s)” is used, the requirement shall apply to “gate(s)” as well.
3. The infrared curtain protective system shall have:
a. Height of protective field not less than 71” above the sill.
b. Where a horizontal infrared light beam system is used:

- A minimum of 47 light beams.
- Accurately positioned infrared lights to conform to the
requirements of the applicable handicapped code.
c. Modular design to permit on board test operation and replacement of all

circuit boards without removing the complete unit.
d. Controls to shut down the elevator when the unit fails to operate properly.
e. System must meet new 3D code requirements per Ansi A17.1 (2019)
H. Top-of-Car Operating Station (New)
1. A new operating station shall be provided on top of the elevator car. This station
shall be installed so that the controls are plainly visible and readily accessible from
the hoistway entrance without stepping on the car.
2. The new top-of-car operating station shall be provided with the following control
devices and appurtenances:
a. A push/pull or toggle switch designated “EMERGENCY STOP” shall be

arranged so as to prevent the application of power to the hoist motor or
machine brake when in the “off” position.
b. A toggle switch designated “INSPECTION” to activate the top of car

Inspection Service Operation.

c. Pushbutton designated “Up”, “Down” and “Safe” to operate the elevator
on Inspection Service (the “Safe” button shall be arranged to operate in
conjunction with either the “Up” or “Down” button).
I. Car Enclosure Work Lights and Receptacles (New)
1. The top and bottom of each car shall be provided with a permanent lighting fixture
and 110 volt G.F.I.C. receptacle. Light control switches shall be located for easy
accessibility from the hoistway entrance. Where sufficient overhead clearance
exists, the car top lighting fixture shall be extended no less than 24” above the
crosshead member of the car frame. Light bulbs shall be guarded so as to prevent
breakage or accidental contact.
J. Car Door Zone Lock Restrictor (New)
1. Provide a car door zone lock restrictor.

2. In case of interruption or failure of electric power from any cause, the door
operating mechanism shall permit emergency manual operation of both the car
door and the hoistway door within the floor landing zone.
a. The hoistway door shall continue to be self-locking and self-closing.
b. The door operator shall operate in conjunction with or be equipped
with all gate switches and safety contacts required by ASME A17.1
Code.
c. Provide zone-lock devices as required by applicable local codes and
ASME A17.1
2.08 FIXTURES (New)
A. Main Car Operating Panel (New)
1. Provide a main car operating pushbutton panel on the inside front return panel of
the car.
2. The pushbuttons provided for each floor served shall cause the car to travel to the
floor on momentary pressure of the button.
3. The pushbuttons shall become individually illuminated as they are pressed. The
button lights shall be extinguished as the calls are answered. LED-type bulbs are
required.
4. The operating panel shall include:
a. A call button for each floor served.

b. “Door open”/“Door close” buttons.
c. “Alarm” button (Interfaced with emergency alarm).
d. “Emergency Stop” switch per local law.
e. Self-dialing, hands-free telephone and/or intercom with call

acknowledging feature and A.D.A. design provisions. (See individual unit
clarifications.)
f. Three (3) position firefighter key operated switch, call cancel button and
illuminated visual/audible signal system with mandated signage engraved
per ASME Standards and/or local law requirements.
g. Provide a locked service cabinet flush mounted and containing the key
switches required to operate and maintain the elevator, including, but not
limited to:
(1) Independent service switch
(2) Light switch.
(3) Multiple speed fan switch.
(4) G. F. I. duplex receptacle.
(5) Emergency light test button and indicator.
(6) Inspection Service Operation key switch.
(7) Emergency Light Test button.
H. Car operating panel shall be flush mounted with swing type, one-piece
faceplate with heavy-duty concealed hinges.
I. Car operating panel shall incorporate a red digital LED floor position
indicator, emergency light lens unit and black-filled engraved unit I.D.
number or other nomenclature, as approved by Owner, with a “No
Smoking” advisory and the rated passenger load capacity.
B. Car Position Indicator (New)
1. The position of the car in the hoistway shall be indicated by the illumination of the
position indicator numeral corresponding to the floor at which the car has stopped
or is passing.
2. Provide 2” high, 10-segment red LED type position indicator with direction
arrows, integral with the car operating panel.

a. Provide Lexan cover lens with hidden support frame behind fixture plate
to protect the indicator readout,
a. Provide audible floor passing signal per ADA standards.
C. Car Lanterns (New)
1. Provide a visual and audible signal in the elevator to indicate the direction of travel
and where applicable which car shall stop in response to the hall call. Design
lanterns with up and down indications at intermediate landings and a single
indication at terminal landings. Lanterns shall sound once for the up direction and
twice for the down direction. Provide adjustable signal time (3 to 10 seconds, with
1 second increments) to notify passengers which car shall answer the hall call for
group systems and preset per A.D.A. distance standards.
D. Surface-Mounted Corridor Push Button Stations with digital Position Indicator (New)
1. Provide new corridor push buttons as further described:
a. A riser of new surface-mounted push button signal fixtures with elongated

faceplates shall be provided on each landing. Each new signal fixture shall
consist of a illuminating push buttons measuring 3/4” at their smallest
dimension as selected by the Owner. New signal fixtures shall be installed
directly over top of recessed mounting utilized by the existing corridor
fixtures and shall be positioned so as to achieve a centerline button height
of 42” above the floor. New signal fixture faceplates shall be installed
both plumb and flush to the finished wall.
b. Each intermediate landing shall be provided with signal fixtures

containing two (2) push buttons while terminal landings shall be provided
with fixtures containing a single push button. These buttons shall be
arranged to become illuminated on an individual basis as “up” or “down”
calls are registered and shall remain so until canceled.
c. Provide 2” high, 10-segment red LED type position indicator with

direction arrows, integral with the car operating panel.
1. Provide Lexan cover lens with hidden support frame behind

fixture plate to protect the indicator readout,
2. Provide audible floor passing signal per ADA standards.
d. Provide a suitable allowance for engraving each cover plate with fire logo,
no smoking or other advisory, as selected by Owner, to help fill the
extension face cover void.

E. Cab Emergency Lighting (New)
1. Provide an emergency lighting system to power an emergency lighting fixture and

associated components incorporated in the car for at least four (4) hours in
accordance with ANSI A17.1 code requirements.
2. Provide nickel cadmium batteries and a charger and mount the power pack on top
of car.
3. Arrange for completely automatic operation when normal power is interrupted.
4. Provide a test button and indicator light in the car station.
5. Incorporate lighting lens unit within car operating panel (flush mounted).
F. Cab Enclosure Fan (New)
1. Provide a new exhaust type two-speed fan unit with cover grill, mounting
accessories and necessary cab enclosure modifications.
2. New fan unit shall include self-lubricating motor with housing rubber mounted for
sound vibration isolation.
3. Provide a multi-speed key switch in the elevator cab enclosure for control of fan
unit.
4. Provide necessary new wiring and approved conduit to properly connect fan unit
with power source and control key switch.
G. Fixture Attachment, Finish and Design
1. Graphics shall be selected by the Owner.
2. Refer to specifications for other design requirements. Where no special design is

shown, the faceplates shall be 1/8” thick.
a. Stainless steel with #4 finish
3. Mount fixtures with tamperproof screws. The screw and key switch cylinder
finishes shall match faceplate finish.
4. Where key-operated switches and/or key-operated cylinder locks are furnished in

conjunction with any component of the installation, keys for each individual switch
or lock shall be furnished, stamped or permanently tagged to indicate function.

2.09 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - ADA
A. Handicapped Requirements (ADAAG) minimum requirements
1. Locate door reopening devices at 5” and 29” above the finish floor when individual
contact projection apparatus is employed. This is a minimum standard, refer to
Section 2.07.G for detailed specification.
2. Locate the alarm button and emergency stop switch at 35”, and floor and control
buttons not more than 48” above the finished floor.
3. Provide raised markings in the panel to the left of the floor and control buttons.
Letters and numbers shall be a minimum of 5/8” and raised .03” and shall be in
contrasting color to the call buttons and cover plate.
4. The centerline of the hall pushbuttons shall be 42” above the finished floor.
5. The hall arrival lanterns or cab direction lantern provided shall sound once for the
“up” direction and twice for the “down” direction. Design and locate fixtures(s)
per Federal standards.
6. Provide floor designations at each entrance on both sides of jamb at a height of 60”
above the floor. Designations shall be 2” high, raised .03” on a contrasting color
background as selected by the Owner.
a. Use cast metal plates and polished numbers secured with tamper-proof
hardware.
7. Provide an audible signal to tell passenger that the car is stopping or passing a floor
served by the elevator.
8. Provide signal controls for passenger entry/exit transitions per Federal standards.
9. Ensure sill-to-sill running clearances do not exceed 1-1/4” at all landings served.
10. Provide visual call acknowledgment signal for cab emergency intercommunication
device.
2.10 CAB ENCLOSURES
1. All exposed surfaces on Car Enclosure (except for the car operating
station) shall be electrostatically painted.
2. Provide fluorescent light fixtures recessed into the car top and provided with
suitable guards to prevent damage from handling of cargo, but which are
easily removed to provide access to the lamps and ballasts.
3. Retain existing cab enclosure.
4. Provide Stainless Steel Handrails on the sides and rear of the cab.

2.11 COMMUNICATIONS AND EMERGENCY SIGNALING DEVICES
A. Telephone (New)
1. Provide an automatic dialing, hands-free telephone in the new car station without
a separate faceplate. All components shall be mounted to the back of the panel.
2. The system shall be arranged to place a call to a central point as selected by the
Owner. Provide an automatic shut-off feature and a pushbutton to initiate a call.
3. The telephone shall be turned on by pressing the emergency alarm or designated

pushbutton in the car panel. It shall automatically dial a pre-programmed number
to alert the security personnel that there is a problem in the elevator.
4. Ni-Cad batteries shall ensure operation under all conditions.
5. The Elevator Contractor shall install the instrument and all wiring, terminating it
outside the shaft way at the lowest landing served. A suitable and identified
junction box in the machine room shall be installed.
6. All connections from the junction box to the telephone system shall be done by the
Elevator Contractor where existing provisions can be reused. Any required new
telephone lines shall be provided and interfaced by others.7. The entire
system shall be designed and located in accordance with ANSI A17.1 and A.D.A.
Standards to include visible call acknowledging, engraved advisories, etc.
- A push button to actuate the communications means shall be provided in or
adjacent to a car operating panel. The push button shall be visible and
permanently identified with the phone symbol (see 2.26.12.1). The
identification shall be on or adjacent to the phone push button. The
communications means shall be initiated when the push button is actuated.
- On the same panel as the phone push button, a message shall be displayed
that is activated by authorized personnel to acknowledge that
communications are established. The message shall be permitted to be
extinguished where necessary to display a new message when the
communications are terminated.
- On the same panel as the phone push button, messages shall be displayed that
permit authorized personnel to communicate with and obtain responses from
a trapped passenger(s), including a passenger(s) who cannot verbally
communicate or hear.
- On the same panel as the phone push button, a message shall be displayed
that is activated by the authorized personnel to indicate when help is on the
way. The message shall continue to be displayed until a new message is
displayed or the communications are terminated.
- The communications means shall provide on demand to authorized personnel
information that identifies the building location and elevator number.
- The communications, once established, shall be disconnected only when
authorized personnel terminate the call or a timed termination occurs. A
timed termination by the communications means in the elevator, with the
ability to extend the call by authorized personnel, is permitted if voice

notification is sent by the communications means to authorized personnel a
minimum of 3 min after communication has been established. Upon
notification, authorized personnel shall have the ability to extend the call;
automatic disconnection shall be permitted if the means to extend are not
enacted within 20 s of the voice notification.
- The communications means shall not use a handset in the car.
- The communications shall not be transmitted to an automated answering
system. The call shall be answered by authorized personnel.
- Operating instructions shall be incorporated with or adjacent to the phone
push button.
- A means to display video to observe passengers at any location on the car
floor, to authorized personnel for entrapment assessment, shall be provided.
8 Note: Existing phone systems removed shall be returned to the Owners for
installation by others in other areas.
B. Emergency Alarm/Battery Back-up and Common Alarm Bell
1. Provide a new car-mounted battery unit including solid-state charger and testing
means enclosed in common metal container.
a. The battery shall be rechargeable nickel cadmium with a 10-year

minimum life expectancy.
b. The alarm bell shall be mounted directly to the battery/charger unit and
connected to sound when any alarm pushbutton or stop switch in the car
enclosure is operated.
c. The bell shall be configured to operate from power supplied by the

building emergency power generator.
2. Provide a new common alarm bell located in the elevator pit.
a. The bell shall be configured to operate when the alarm or stop switch of
any elevator is activated, during both normal and battery back-up power
conditions.
b. Existing common alarm bells may be rehabilitated and reused providing

they meet the intent of this section and applicable codes.
C. Emergency Voice Communication (Telephone) (New) new code requires code compliant
system
1. A hands-free emergency voice communication system shall be furnished

in each car mounted as an integral part of the car operating panel.
a. Necessary wires shall be included in the car traveling cable and

shall consist of a minimum of one shielded pair of 20AWG
conductors.
b. 120V power shall be provided to power the hands-free device.

2. The telephone shall be equipped with an auto-dialer and illuminating
indicator which shall illuminate when a call has been placed and begin to
flash when the call has been answered.
a. Engraving shall be provided next to the indicator which says

“When lit help is on the way".
3. In addition to the standard “Alarm” button, a separate activation button

shall be provided on the car operating panel to initiate the emergency
telephone and place a call.
a. The telephone must not shut off if the activating button is pushed
more than once.
b. The telephone shall transmit a pre-recorded location message

only when requested by the operator and be provided with an
adjustable call time which can be extended on demand by the
operator.
c. Once two-way communication has been established, voice

prompts shall be provided which instruct the operator on how to
activate these functions as well as alerting the operator when a
call is being attempted from another elevator in the building.
4. The system shall be compatible with ring down equipment and PBX
switchboards.
5. The system shall be capable of serving as the audio output for an external
voice annunciation system.
a. Conversation levels shall measure 60 dba or higher and measure

10 dba above ambient noise levels.
b. Each device shall be provided with a self-diagnostic capability in

order to automatically alert building personnel should an
operational problem be detected.
6. The phone shall be able to:
a. Receive incoming calls from any On-Site Rescue Station (when

provided or required).
b. Receive incoming calls from other off-site locations via the
public telephone system.
c. Acknowledge incoming calls and automatically establishing

hands-free two way communications.
1) If no On-Site Rescue Station is provided, each hands-free device

shall have built in line consolidation which will allow up to 6 elevators to

be called individually from outside the building over a single telephone
line and up to 80 elevators if an On-Site Rescue Station is provided.
7. The emergency elevator communication system shall require a maximum

of one telephone line.
a. The system must provide line sharing capability to eliminate the

need for a dedicated telephone line.
b. The line sharing function must ensure that the emergency

telephones always receive dialing priority even if the line is in
use and that the emergency telephones can be called into from an
off-site location.
8. The system shall provide its own four hour backup power supply in case
of a loss of regular AC power.
9. The system must provide capability for building personnel to call into
elevators and determine the charge state of any backup batteries provided
for the emergency telephones.
10. Pushing the activation button in any of the elevator car stations will
cause any on-site Rescue Station (where provided or required) or security
telephone to ring.
a. If the on-site call is not picked up within 30 seconds, the call will
be automatically forwarded to a 24 hour off-site monitoring
service.
b. The arrangements and costs of the off-site monitoring and

telephone line shall be by others.
11. All connections from the junction box to the telephone system shall be
done by the Elevator Contractor where existing provisions can be reused.
2.12 ALTERNATIVES/ VALUE ENGINEERING
A. Provide on a separate sheet any Alternatives
B. Contractor’s Value Engineering Options
1. This alternative is provided for individual contractors to propose optional

equipment or otherwise offer cost saving suggestions that will provide the same
desired results or further enhance the safety, durability or performance of the
elevator systems.
2. Each suggestion must be fully detailed on the contractor’s own letterhead with the
associated price change specified on the form of proposal provided.

PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 PRE-APPROVED EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS
A. The following manufacturer’s equipment and materials have been pre-approved for use on
this project. Other equipment not specifically mentioned shall be considered for approval
on an individual basis.
1. Controller – GAL Galaxy, Computerized Elevator Controls, Motion Control

Engineering, Smartrise Engineering.
2. Tracks, Hangers, Interlocks and Door Operators - G.A.L.
3. Fixtures - G.A.L., EPCO, Monitor, C.E. Electronics, Innovation, PTL.
4. Door Protective Device - Janus, G.A.L., T.L. Jones, Tri-Tronics.
5. Entrances/Entrance Door Panels - EDI/ECI, National Cab & Door, Tyler, H&B,
Brice Southern, globe-Van Dorn, Gunderlin.
6. Motors - Imperial Electric, General Electric, Baldor, Reuland.
7. Electrical Traveling Cables – Draka.
8. Guide Shoes/Rollers – ELSCO, G.A.L.
9. Hydraulic Systems/Components – MEI, Canton, EECO.
3.02 INSPECTION
A. Study the Contract Documents with regard to the work as specified and required so as to
ensure its completeness.
B. Examine surface and conditions to which this work is to be attached or applied and notify
the Owner in writing if conditions or surfaces are detrimental to the proper and expeditious
installation of the work. Starting the work shall imply acceptance of the surfaces and
conditions to perform the work as specified.
C. Verify, by measurements at the job site, dimensions affecting the work. Bring field
dimensions which are at variance with those on the accepted shop drawings to the attention
of the Owner. Obtain the decision regarding corrective measures before the start of
fabrication of items affected.
D. Cooperate in the coordination and scheduling of the work of this section with the work of
other sections so as not to delay job progress.

3.03 INSTALLATION
A. Modernize the elevators, using skilled workmen in strict accordance with the final accepted
shop drawings and other submittals.
B. Comply with the code, manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations.
C. Coordinate work with the work of other building functions for proper time and sequence
to avoid delays and to ensure right-of-way of system. Use lines and levels to ensure
dimensional coordination of the work.
D. Accurately and rigidly secure supporting elements within the shaft ways to the encountered
construction within the tolerance established.
E. Provide and install motors, switches, controls, safety and maintenance and operating
devices in strict accordance with the submitted wiring diagrams and applicable codes and
regulations having jurisdiction.
F. After installation, touch up in the field, surfaces of shop primed elements which have
become scratched or damaged.
G. Lubricate operating parts of system as recommended by the manufacturer.
H. The elevator contractor shall provide resume and information including but limited to
“mechanics license” for each person they intend to utilize on the project to perform the
above referenced work. The building representative or representatives shall have the right
to refuse any individual at any time throughout the project. Refused individuals shall be
removed from the project immediately and replaced with approved personal as identified
herein.
3.04 PROJECT PHASING
A. Implementation Schedule:
1. Final design - two (2) weeks.
2. Submittals and their approvals - five (5) weeks.
3. Material ordering and delivered to project site - sixteen (16) weeks.
4. Elevator accepted by code authority and turned over to Building Owner for use
fourteen (14) weeks.
5. Starting from receipt of award (i.e., Letter of Intent), the project must be completed
within Thirty Eight (38) weeks.
3.05 PROTECTION AND CLEANING

A. Adequately protect surfaces against accumulation of paint, mortar, mastic and disfiguration
or discoloration and damage during shipment and installation.
B. Upon completion, remove protection and thoroughly clean work and have it free from
discoloration, scratches, dents and other surface defects.
C. The finished installation shall be free of defects. Before final completion and acceptance
of the building, repair and/or replace defective work, to the satisfaction of the Owner, at no
additional cost.
D. Paint machine room and pit floors with two (2) coats of gray enamel deck paint.
3.06 BARRICADES AND HOISTWAY SCREENING
A. The Contractor shall provide whatever barricades are necessary in order to maintain
adequate protection of areas in which work specified by the Contract Documents is being
performed, including open hoistway entrances. Fabrication and erection of all barricades
shall be in compliance with applicable OSHA regulations.
B. As required, the Contractor shall provide temporary wire mesh screening in the hoistway
and of any elevator undergoing work specified in the Contract Documents. This screening
shall be installed in such a manner as to completely segregate the hoistway from that of
adjacent elevators. Screening shall be constructed from .041” diameter wire in a pattern
that rejects passage of a 1” diameter ball.
3.07 PERFORMANCE AND OPERATING REQUIREMENTS
A. Passenger elevator shall be adjusted to meet the following performance requirements:
1. Leveling: within 1/4” under any loading condition.
2. Typical Floor-to-Floor Time: Recorded from the doors start to close on one floor
until they are 3/4 open at the next floor.
Passenger Elevator with 48” opening 14.0 to 16.0 seconds.
3. Door Operating Times: Opening Closing
48” Two Speed Side Slide 2.4 sec. 4.8 sec.
4. Door dwell time for hall calls: 4.0 seconds with Advance lantern signals
Door dwell time for hall calls: 5.0 seconds without Advance lantern signals
Door dwell time for car calls: 3.0 seconds
5. Reduced non-interference door dwell time: 1.0 seconds.
B. Maintain the following ride quality requirements for the passenger elevators:

1. Noise levels inside the car shall not exceed the following:
a. Car at rest with doors closed and fan off - 40 dba.
b. Car at rest with doors closed, fan running - 55 dba.
c. Car running at high speed, fan off - 50 dba.
d. Door in operation - 60 dba.
2. Horizontal accelerations, peak to peak shall not exceed 18 milli g in the frequency
range of 1 to 10 Hz.
3. Amplitude of acceleration and deceleration shall not exceed 4 feet per second, per
second. A sustained jerk shall not be more than twice the acceleration. The rate of
change in the acceleration/deceleration rate shall not be more than 8.0 ft/sec.3.
3.08 INSPECTIONS
A. Upon completion of each work phase or individual elevator specified herein, the Contractor
shall, at its own expense, arrange and assist with whatever inspections that may be required
by the State and municipal governing authorities in order to secure a Certificate of
Operation.
3.09 ACCEPTANCE TESTING
A. The Contractor shall provide at least five (5) days prior written notice to the Owner, and
Consultant regarding the exact date on which work specified in the Contract Documents
will reach completion on any single unit of vertical transportation equipment. In addition
to conducting whatever testing procedures may be required by local inspecting authorities
in order to gain approval of the completed work, and before seeking approval of said work
by the Owner and the Contractor shall perform certain other tests in the presence of the
Consultant. To that end, the Contractor shall provide test instruments, test weights, and
qualified field labor as required to safely operate the elevator under load conditions that
vary from empty car to full rated load and, in so doing, to successfully demonstrate
compliance with applicable performance standards set forth in the project specifications
with regard to:
1. Sustained high-speed velocity of the elevator in either direction of travel;
2. Brake-to-brake running time between adjacent floors;
3. Floor leveling accuracy;
4. Ride quality inside the elevator car;
5. Load settings at which anti-nuisance, load dispatch, and load non-stop features are
activated.

B. Upon completion of work specified in the Contract Documents on the last car in any group
of elevators, and in conjunction with the aforementioned testing procedures, the Contractor
shall carry out additional testing of group dispatch/supervisory control features in the
presence of the Consultant. To that end, the Contractor shall provide test instruments and
qualified field labor as required to successfully demonstrate:
1. The back-up operating mode for group dispatch failure;
2. Simulated and actual emergency power operation;
3. Restricted access security features;
4. Zoning operations and floor parking assignments;
5. Up/down peak operation;
6. Response to corridor calls that fall into the “long-wait” category;
7. Lobby dispatch operations.
3.10 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION
A. The work shall be deemed “Substantially Complete” for an individual unit or group of units
when, in the opinion of the Consultant, the unit is complete, such that there are no material
and substantial variations from the Contract Documents, and the unit is fit for its intended
purpose.
1. Governing authority testing shall be completed and approved in conjunction with

inspection for operation of the unit; a certificate of operation or other required
documentation issued; and remaining items mandated for final acceptance
completion are limited to minor punch list work not incorporating any life safety
deficiencies.
2. The issuance of a substantial completion notification shall not relieve the

Contractor from its obligations hereunder to complete the work.
3. Final completion cannot be achieved until all deliverables, including but not
limited to training, spare parts, manuals, and other documentation requirements,
have been completed.
3.11 CONTRACTOR’S SUPERINTENDENT
A. The Contractor shall assign a competent project superintendent during the work progress
and any necessary assistant, all satisfactory to the Owner. The superintendent shall

represent the Contractor and all instructions given to him shall be as binding as if given to
the Contractor.


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DIVISION 14

ONE HYDRAULIC ELEVATOR

SGHC – SMITH BUILDING

DATE: January 12, 2023

1.01 DEFINITIONS OF TERMS

A. The term “OWNER/AGENT”, “OWNER’S AGENT”, “OWNER’S DESIGNEE” or

B. The term “MANAGER” AND “OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE”, as used herein, refers.

D. The term “CONTRACT” OR “CONTRACT DOCUMENTS”, as used herein, consists of

E. The term “CONTRACTOR” OR “ELEVATOR CONTRACTOR”, as used herein, refers

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1. Apparatus shall conform to the design and construction standards referenced

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2. If the apparatus proposed differs substantially in construction, material

N. Bidders must report discrepancies or ambiguities occurring in the Specifications to the

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1.03 ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS

1.04 MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP

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1.05 CHANGES IN SCOPE OF WORK

1.06 CHANGES AND EXTRA WORK

1.07 CONSULTANT’S STATUS

1.08 CODES AND ORDINANCES

3. Institute Inspectors’ Manual for Elevators and Escalators, ASME A17.2b.

4. Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators, ASME A17.3.

5. Guide for emergency evacuation of passengers from elevators, ASME A17.4.

6. National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70).

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8. ASME A17.5/CSA-B44.1 - Elevator and escalator electrical equipment.

9. NEII-1-2000 – Building Transportation Standards and Guidelines.

1. Particular attention shall be given to staying on schedule during the modernization

2. Approved filing and submittal requirements must be completed before new

3. Copies of Department of Buildings’ permits and/or governing authority’s

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1.12 PROGRESS OF WORK

1. A completion schedule, including equipment delivery times and anticipated

1.13 PAYMENT WITHHELD

2. Claims filed or reasonable evidence indicating probable filing of claims.

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5. Damage to the building or another Contractor.

1.14 LIENS AND AFFIDAVITS

1. Monthly partial releases shall be required with payment requests.

1.16 PERFORMANCE BOND, LABOR AND MATERIAL PAYMENT BOND

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1.17 PENALTY/BONUS CLAUSE

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6. Consumption of food or drink is to be prohibited in the work area.

7. Smoking is to be prohibited; as such “No Smoking” signs are to be posted in the

8. Asbestos insulation which has to be disturbed must be removed by sawing or

a. It must be labeled/tagged as a toxic waste (materials cannot be allowed to

b. It must be placed in double polyethylene bags at least 6 mils thick.

c. It must be sent to an approved designated disposal site.

1.19 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

A. The Contractor shall maintain policies of employment as follows:

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1.20 ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

1.21 INTERPRETATIONS IN WRITING

B. These provisions do not intend to deny normal discussion, recommendations, explanations,

C. Interpretations of contract documents, to be effective for claim purposes or for justification

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1. Quality Comparison - Proposed substitution versus the specified product.

2. Changes required in other work because of the substitution.

3. Effect on the construction schedule.

D. When proposing a substitution, the Contractor represents that:

1.23 CONTRACTOR’S INSURANCE